#110 - Joby Martin // Sword of the Spirit
Podcast: The Daily Blade: Joby Martin & Kyle ThompsonPublished On: Tue Jun 03 2025
Description: True greatness in God's kingdom comes through suffering, not worldly power or position. The desire for greatness isn't inherently wrong, but it must be pursued God's way, following Christ's example on the cross.• Matthew 20 reveals that great men know how to suffer• Direct correlation between suffering endured and responsibility God entrusts• Jesus asked disciples if they could drink His cup of suffering• The "cup" refers to bearing God's wrath that Jesus would endure on the cross• Following Jesus means daily taking up our cross and embracing suffering• Chuck Swindoll: "When God wants to do an impossible task, He chooses an impossible man and crushes him"• James and John did ultimately suffer and were martyred for their faith• If you haven't experienced opposition from the world, you might be going with the flow• A great man endures great pain for Christ and those in his careSupport the showWant to connect? Email communication@coe22.com
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