In a long letter received in late May 1782 by George
Washington, Colonel Lewis Nicola—respected officer who had served ably in the
Revolutionary War–complained about the inadequacy of Congress. The nation's
treasury lacked the funds to pay off foreign loans and support the Government,
let alone pay the soldiers. To forestall complete chaos, Nicola suggested that
America become a monarchy, with the commander-in-chief as king. Washington's
proposed title? George I of the United States.
Washington responded at once: "If you have any regard for
your Country, concern for yourself or posterity, or respect for me, banish
these thoughts from your Mind." What an example of humility, in sharp
contrast to the pride and arrogance found today in the city named for this
great man.
—http://www.examiner.com/historic-destinations-in-knoxville/the-spirit-of-cincinnatus-george-washington-and-the-triumph-of-the-self#ixzz1mw0PMc73, accessed
July 17, 2013.
George Washington knew exactly what his role was to be in
this new republic. He realized that to declare himself, or even allow himself
to be acknowledged, king of the new nation would signal the beginning of the
end of its existence.
Likewise, Moses knew his role in God’s plan. In his earlier
years, he chaffed at God’s purposes. Now he meekly accepted God’s plan and
moved forward, fully aware of his own weakness, but embracing what God wanted
to do in and through his life.
Blessed are the meek, For they shall inherit the earth. (Matthew 5:5)
THINK ABOUT IT.
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