To be Kingdom minded is to build for the King, and building for the King means to exalt His name and His name alone. It’s this common initiative that sets apart those whose hearts truly belong to Jesus. It’s never about a man’s ministry, name or fame, it’s always about the King.
I was reminded of this truth from an example found in Joab’s life, and especially these verses in 2 Samuel 12:27-28, which say:
“And Joab sent messengers to David and said, I have fought against Rabbah, and have taken the city of waters. Now therefore assemble the rest of the men, encamp against the city, and take it, lest I take the city, and it be called after my name.“
What an awesome display of not-so-common loyalty. Joab had a heart to exalt his king and not his own name. How easy it would have been for Joab to take the credit, but even though the credit was due him he wanted the king to get the glory.
I believe the road of humility is a road well chosen, where we’re not interested or focused on ourselves, but always ready to default all glory and honor to King Jesus. After all, it’s His name we’re building for and it is His Kingdom.
