Holy Trinity Church Cambridge The God Who Gives Grace to the Humble | 24 August 25 | THE GOD OF ELIJAH & ELISHA | Stuart Browning
Aug 27, 2025
Explore the surprising intersection of status and humility as a powerful commander, Naaman, faces a life-changing crisis. Discover how Elisha’s humble approach defies expectations and reveals that even the successful need God’s grace. Naaman's transformation serves as a powerful lesson in obedience and faith, emphasizing that God does not play favorites with wealth or power. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own burdens and the humility required to seek divine help.
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Boardroom Confidence Meets Street Reality
- Stuart Browning describes watching an impeccably dressed man confront rude youths and be laughed at.
- The man’s surprise revealed how used he was to deference, illustrating how status can mislead in new contexts.
Status Doesn't Remove Vulnerability
- Naaman is presented as powerful, successful, and highly regarded yet still afflicted by leprosy.
- This shows that status and competence do not remove human vulnerability or need for God.
Crisis Opens The Door To God
- Crises open people to God because they expose limits of money, power, and influence.
- Stuart notes most people become open to spiritual help at crossroads or in suffering.