Heralds Digest

  “ Be diligent to know the state of your flocks, And attend to your herds; For riches are not forever, Nor does a crown endure to all generations .” Proverbs 27 : 23 - 24 NKJV The scriptural principle of remuneration or reward places emphasis on the state of the flocks, instead of focussing on the status of the fields. While material gains and riches are generated by assessing the status of the fields, emphasis on the state of the flocks starts with (1) recognition of the attendance and good virtue in associates and subordinates; (2) reward for their attention to system operations and productivity; and (3) remuneration by their attraction to the Lord and understanding of His counsels. Unfortunately, the right reward in life comes through building the foundation of this principle of remuneration on the third pillar via a relationship with the true Rewarder - God. It implies that diligence to know the state of every believer’s flock (i.e., family members at home, associates at...

  “ Be diligent to know the state of your flocks, And attend to your herds ” Proverbs 27 : 23 NKJV A focus with self-centred assessment on personal welfare, sense of belonging, and social development often contributes to the problem of insecurity, underdevelopment, and instability in the state. Unfortunately, human beings are naturally selfish; but there cannot be a flourishing community without a conscious devotion to pastoral partnership. Little wonders, the scriptures admonish every member of any community to “ Be diligent to know the state of your flocks, And attend to your herds ”. A pastoral mindset to fellowship and partnership will always treat personal needs as secondary, while primarily focusing on assessing the needs of the community, institution, and state. While the risks in this selfless disposition is daunting, there are enormous benefits to the state (including personal needs) at the end, like sustainability, security, and sufficiencies. After all, a diligent focu...