Haman vrs. Mordachi

Recently we celebrated Purim. (You did, didn't you - it's in the Bible - Esther 9:26)

Have you ever thought about the difference between Haman (BOOO!) and Mordecai (YEAH!!) Haman was totally interested in self. Haman loved his seat of honor (3:1-2). He hated it when Mordecai would not bow down to him (3:5). Haman was pleased when he was honored (like the king 5:9-12). He bragged about his wealth (5:11). Haman was a Narcissist.

Mordecai cared for others. He raised his cousin Esther because her parents had died. When he heard a plot to kill the King, he shared it with the King and saved his life. He worshiped only God. He would bow down to no man. Mordecai served God. When his people were in danger, Mordecai was willing to put his own life in danger to save them. Mordecai had his priorities right.

So a thought for Purim ... Who are you more like. Is your main interest self, or do you care for God and others. Do you look out for "Number 1" or are your priorities balanced.

Jesus said, "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.' and `Love your neighbor as yourself.' There is no commandment greater than these." Mark 12:30-31