Joel Kwesi Baidoo

  The German philosopher G.W.F. Hegel once remarked: “What experience and history teach us is this—that people and governments have never learned anything from history, or acted on principles deduced from it.” His words strike a deep chord because, while history constantly provides lessons, humanity has a poor record of applying them. The Bible itself is a book full of history—not just stories of individuals and nations but timeless lessons written, as Paul tells us, “for our learning” (Romans 15:4). Israel’s journey from slavery to freedom, the rise and fall of kings, and the triumphs and tragedies of God’s people offer us wisdom for everyday living. These records are not merely ancient tales but mirrors reflecting truths about human behavior and divine principles that still apply today. From both Scripture and world history, three big lessons stand out—lessons that, if taken to heart, can guide us toward wiser, humbler, and more fruitful lives. 1. Choices have Consequences (B...

 #BeInspiredToday 04-09-2025 Humility Before Honor Proverbs 18:12 (NIV) “Before a downfall the heart is haughty, but humility comes before honor.” In God’s order of things, true greatness does not begin with pride but with humility. A haughty heart sets itself up for a fall, but humility opens the door to lasting honor. Consider the story of King Nebuchadnezzar (Daniel 4). In his pride, he boasted of Babylon’s glory as if it were his own doing. But God humbled him, and he lived like an animal until he acknowledged that “the Most High is sovereign over all kingdoms on earth.” Only when Nebuchadnezzar humbled himself was his honor and kingdom restored. History echoes the same truth. Nelson Mandela, for example, chose humility and forgiveness instead of vengeance after his release from prison. His posture of humility brought him honor not only in South Africa but across the world. On the other hand, countless rulers who clung to arrogance and oppression have fallen into disgrace and r...