Let the brother of low degree rejoice in that he is exalted:
The brother of low degree is to rejoice in that he is exalted, finding his joy in being lifted up by God. That exaltation belongs to the wonderful position believers are privileged to occupy. With it goes counting varied temptations as joy because the trying of faith works patience toward being perfect and entire, and asking God liberally for wisdom in unwavering faith rather than wavering like a wave of the sea. With it also goes the rich being made low and fading in his ways like grass withering and its flower falling under burning heat, and enduring temptation to receive the crown of life promised to those who love God.
For those with long acquaintance and years of experience in the work, the verse brings light and encouragement. It guides them to move wisely so as to hold the high esteem that knowledge and experience bring. It calls such experienced ones to walk carefully and prayerfully before the Lord with the assurance that He will direct them in all their ways.
The brother of low degree is to rejoice in that he is exalted, finding his joy in being lifted up by God. That exaltation belongs to the wonderful position believers are privileged to occupy. With it goes counting varied temptations as joy because the trying of faith works patience toward being perfect and entire, and asking God liberally for wisdom in unwavering faith rather than wavering like a wave of the sea. With it also goes the rich being made low and fading in his ways like grass withering and its flower falling under burning heat, and enduring temptation to receive the crown of life promised to those who love God.
For those with long acquaintance and years of experience in the work, the verse brings light and encouragement. It guides them to move wisely so as to hold the high esteem that knowledge and experience bring. It calls such experienced ones to walk carefully and prayerfully before the Lord with the assurance that He will direct them in all their ways.