May 16, 2026
— Dixon Edward Hoste · Source: "Hosted: The Leader Who Prefers to Hide"
John 3:30 He shall increase, but I shall decrease.
Horst willingly served as a scaffold, seeking only that Christ be seen. Reflecting on my ministry and life, am I building my own "Tower of Babel," or silently constructing God's temple? When John the Baptist said, "He shall increase, but I shall decrease," it was a joy of complete surrender. May I learn to hide behind the Lord, not stealing God's glory, willingly serving as a transparent window, allowing others to see only the beauty of Christ beyond myself.
Lord, empty me of my pride and vanity, and grant me the humility of John the Baptist and the pioneers of missionary work. When Your work prospers and the temple is completed, grant me the willingness to be the scaffolding that is dismantled and forgotten. Lord, may Your name be exalted and Your glory manifested. In the name of Jesus Christ, Amen!