Your Life Counts as a Christian

[Chad]

Your Life Counts as a Christian

"We have been saturated by a world that is committed to falsehood. That is why, as Paul sets forth here, we must increasingly proclaim the truth as it is in Jesus. As we see these things abounding around us, the temptation in our day is to start a protest movement, to organize a demonstration, to mindlessly chant slogans, or stage sit-ins. I understand the feelings of frustration that come when we see all that is dear and precious in humanity being destroyed by these lies. We want to seize hold of these things and smash them. But that is not what the Word of God says will work. The apostle reminds us that the most effective thing is, preach the word, announce the truth, tell of reality, make it clear, spread the word. All of heaven is watching, and all of the program of God is committed to blessing, fulfilling and carrying that through until the world at last arrives at the day that God himself has designated, that final end when all creation shall bow together before the Lord Jesus and declare that Jesus is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.

"You and I are called to advance that work. Do not let anybody tell you that your life as a Christian does not count. It counts tremendously. It is the most significant thing taking place on this earth today, far and away above any international program, act of Congress or decision of president, king or ruler. Glory in what God has called you to do, and be faithful to his command: preach the word; be urgent in season and out of season; convince, rebuke, and exhort; be unfailing in patience and in teaching." (Ray C. Stedman, Expository Sermons on I, II Timothy)

 

[Faithful Son]

Thank you for this message brother. I am guilty of this, I see many things in my life and online and I just say "oh no, not again", it's like I'm repeating myself over and over again. I agree with this article however, I should just continue to preach and talk about the truth and I shouldn't become misplaced, because God will give me new strength.

God bless

 

[jari]

Amen. We may not notice it but everything we do has it's impact when God moves us in His spirit.
Then people can come to you some day saying something about what you did or said and it had great impact on their lifes.

 

[By His Grace]

Thank you Chad for that great post.

This reminds me of the scripture that says 'Stir up the gift that is in you'. This means we ought to revive the gifts in us that seem to be dead or domant. When you look around, we can see so many ungodly things, that should be a "wake up call" for us.

This has always been my prayer concerning my vision to the hurting people in this hurting world:

"Lord Revive my heart, Renew my Vision,
Prepare my life, for your Purpose and Your Plan,
Take me deeper into, Your presence and Your Power,
That i may now glorify you Lord...."ray:

Let this be your prayer.....