Abraham's great strength was faith. God told him to leave everything he had ever known, and he went without hesitation. But that aggressive faith (when used in reverse) often led him to impatience and even deception.
Moses' great strength was his love of people. He loved, cared for, and pastored three million Israelites during some very challenging and difficult times. And yet, Moses got so close to the people that he allowed whatever they said to affect him. This cost him entrance into the Promised Land.
Joseph's great strength was his savvy leadership, multiple talents, and engaging charisma. But these strengths made vulnerable to the enticement of Potipher's lustful wife.
David's great strength was his passion, creativity, and strong emotion. But this also led him to the most well-known act of passion, adultery, and attempted cover-ups in history.
We must be careful not to become boastful of our strengths while still remaining confident and aware of the talents God has given. Even where we are strong, we are still human. Let's submit our strengths to the grace of God.
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