Just shared a word Sunday about the scripture in Luke 9:62,
"But Jesus said to him, 'No one, after putting his hand to the plow and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God." This scripture is a harsh one, but in reality I think we all need it, I know I do. It is hard not to observe the struggle in the life of our friends and family and brothers and sisters in the Lord. One thing I have noticed is how some stand firm in their faith through trials and adversities and then on the flip side, many crumble and leave the church frustrated and disappointed at their uncomfortable life situations.
In this scripture, I think it is clear that as soldiers of the cross, we have this great calling, bookended with a promise like none other,
"For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal" (2 Corinthians 4:17-18). The Word of God does not promise a life of luxury and ease as many of today's false prophets proclaim. Oh yes, following God will ENSURE an abundant life. That abundance is wrapped in the promise that no matter what we go through, God is waiting to heal, deliver, fix and transform our lives. That is not that our marriage will be perfect, we won't loose our house, we won't be unfairly misunderstood and ridiculed. I am hungry for believers all around to gear up for that big DAY, when we will see Jesus FACE TO FACE. That day, is our marker. This day we are not promised what we want. God wants to be worshiped. Period. That has nothing to do with circumstances at all. I am re-girding myself today, and hope you will join me, in understanding that as we choose Christ, we have to follow where He leads, not where we want to go so we can be comfortable. The good news? Read Ps. 23 and see where God will ultimately lead us. - Stu
4 comments:
That's good, bro. Just reading Hebrews 12 this morning... Pastor preached on James 1 on Sunday. There's a theme developing in the Spirit! Amen?
I forwarded this blog to some friends and family. Love you, can't wait to see you and the family in a couple weeks!!!
BRO BRO, Hebrews aint no joke. Part of this deal is Hebrews 11, the hall of faith section, but the part in the end where some were sawn in two, destitute, wandering in the wilderness, etc... Point being ain't no guarantee on "the good life". We are blessed. End of story, regardless of the next chapter. Thanks for your feedback. Love it!
That's good news Stuart and the Lord's timing is just so great. The last day or two I've been feeling a little um, "puny" (?) in the calling of being a stay at home mama. In addition, a dear friend is preparing to leave the states as a missionary. As she prepares to sell just about all their belonging, say goodbye to friends/family and leave all that's familiar she grieves that loss and yet has hopeful anticipation of all God will do with the faithful obedience of her and her husband.
There is no greater calling to be a stay at home mom. Families are the calling of God that He instituted, there is no greater calling in all the world than to do what you are doing. So Satan, take that in the teeth and GB, enjoy the greatest calling of all time.
Peace,
Stuart
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