Master's Cards

Some poker players act like real know-it-alls -- perhaps to play "psych jobs" with their opponents. Take this player we met online recently....

Dealer: Ippy wins Main Pot ($10250) with Full house, aces full of sixes
Me: very good
Ippy: I am the true master
Me: Sorry. Jesus is my Master.
Brock777: Amen to that

"Master" is a title which can apply to everything from an overseer of funds to a golfing champion. Writing in another era, the apostle Paul noted some of the different meanings.

Masters, provide your slaves with what is right and fair, because you know that you also have a Master in heaven. -- Colossians 4:1

That "Master in heaven" refers to God. A true One, as opposed to some poker player we've never met.

Jesus Christ eventually will judge the decisions and actions of all earthly masters -- whether you're a parent, an office supervisor or even a poker coach. That judgement will be based on more than simply taking a title. It will be based on how that authority is used.

Slaves, obey your earthly masters with respect and fear, and with sincerity of heart, just as you would obey Christ.... And masters, treat your slaves in the same way. Do not threaten them.... -- Ephesians 6:5, 9

Don't talk a high-and-mighty talk. Walk a servant's walk. You'll probably gain more respect that way.