In my last post, I wrote about my deep seated desire to please others. Then, at 2 a.m. this morning, I wake up and am compelled to read the Word. So, I quietly reach for my phone and start reading Galatians. This verse jumped out at me.. "For do I now persuade men, or God? or do I seek to please men? for if I yet pleased men, I should not be the servant of Christ."
Whew, tough words for a tough time. At a time when I've been searching about my very purpose as a Christian and grieving the loss of dear brothers and sisters who have left our church, this is revealed to me. Although it pains my flesh to think about those whom I have grown close to, I cannot give in to that. I love them dearly and feel their loss as though they have died. Yet, I am called to a mission of growth and transformation - a mission of "Bring them in, train them up, and send them out." That is where I must stay until God tells me otherwise. Now, I have peace. Good night and Thank You Jesus!
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