Perhaps Solomon had a politician in mind when he wrote, “Fools find no pleasure in understanding, but delight in airing their own opinions” (Proverbs 18:2).
Warren G. Harding did just that 102 years ago today. He aired his own opinion.
On June 14, 1922, Warren G. Harding became the first president to address the American people over the radio. His speech was part of a dedication ceremony for a memorial in Baltimore for Francis Scott Key, writer of The Star-Spangled Banner.
We have been “airing our own opinions” for a long time. Here’s a better idea: air God’s opinions. Spend time in His Word, time on your knees. Get to know the Father intimately. Learn his heart. And then learn to speak on his behalf.
Recovery Step: Step 12 tells us to help others find recovery. Here’s your assignment. When you help others, learn to put truth above opinions. Put God’s Word ahead of your own.
Author: Mark Denison
Mark and Beth Denison, married for 36 years, launched There’s Still Hope as a national movement to call men and women into lives of sexual integrity. Their ministry offers 90-day recovery plans for addicts and one-on-one and group coaching for addicts and their spouses. TSH also produces resources for pastors and churches to confront the porn epidemic that is destroying so many lives.
Dr. Denison was a senior pastor for over 30 years, NBA chaplain, and board chairman at Houston Baptist University three times. With a Master’s Degree in Addiction Recovery, Mark is a certified PSAP and active member of the American Association of Christian Counselors.
Mark has written four books on recovery: Porn in the Pew, 365 Days to Sexual Integrity, A 90-Day Recovery Guide, and 40 Days to Porn-Free Living. His latest book, Jesus on the 12 Steps, will be released later this year.
