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Thursday, June 5, 2008
Hebrews1:3
“He sustains the universe by the mighty power of His command.”
A LIL’ SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT:
My personal bible study time has led me to the book of Hebrews. And the timing could not be more precise. In the past 2 months it has been busy, but not necessarily any busier than any other year at this time. But what I have been feeling inside is what makes this season standout. A heaviness or maybe I should say an intensity about this season of life weighs on my heart and mind. It’s busy and there are things to do, but my “To Do List” is not the problem. My heart has been heavy with the hearts of others. It seems that Satan has really targeted MCC this year to distract us, frustrate us, and even defeat us. Lately we have had a swarm of people struggling with health and recent diagnosis. These people are leaders in our ministry and therefore this news and these circumstances are impacting MCC families and our community. Ministry development and planning has been tough and at times exhausting. Leaders are seeking direction as well as trying to lead existing ministries. Many of our people are burdened with financial needs and therefore struggling with doubt and insecurity. Our Youth Ministry who is filled with great kids and willing adults needing direction, time, and investment that seems to only come with a sacrifice from some other part of my life.
It just seems that many people in my network and community of life are hurting and it is impossible as a friend, brother, and partner to remove my self from this. And then I look at my schedule and see upcoming things that are not completed or prepared. And then there is my family. Recently dealing with a virus my daughter had which is fine now, but it was taxing on all accounts. A wife who is fatigued and needs “rest”. A son who looks to me each day to be your teacher, friend, and provider.
And so with all of this I wonder…
And then I am reminder whose life it really is. Who really is in control of my life? Who is it I am living for?
And I read the above section in Hebrews…
Jesus sustains all things. It may not go the way I want it to or would like it to, but it goes according to the commands that come form the mouth of the One who died for me. As I look at everything that needs my management, my leadership, and me…I must trust in the sustainment of my Lord & King. He will not fail me now. He will not leave me now. He will not forsake me now.
He is here. He is at work. And He will complete what He has started!!
Be still and know that I am God…
“He sustains the universe by the mighty power of His command.”
A LIL’ SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT:
My personal bible study time has led me to the book of Hebrews. And the timing could not be more precise. In the past 2 months it has been busy, but not necessarily any busier than any other year at this time. But what I have been feeling inside is what makes this season standout. A heaviness or maybe I should say an intensity about this season of life weighs on my heart and mind. It’s busy and there are things to do, but my “To Do List” is not the problem. My heart has been heavy with the hearts of others. It seems that Satan has really targeted MCC this year to distract us, frustrate us, and even defeat us. Lately we have had a swarm of people struggling with health and recent diagnosis. These people are leaders in our ministry and therefore this news and these circumstances are impacting MCC families and our community. Ministry development and planning has been tough and at times exhausting. Leaders are seeking direction as well as trying to lead existing ministries. Many of our people are burdened with financial needs and therefore struggling with doubt and insecurity. Our Youth Ministry who is filled with great kids and willing adults needing direction, time, and investment that seems to only come with a sacrifice from some other part of my life.
It just seems that many people in my network and community of life are hurting and it is impossible as a friend, brother, and partner to remove my self from this. And then I look at my schedule and see upcoming things that are not completed or prepared. And then there is my family. Recently dealing with a virus my daughter had which is fine now, but it was taxing on all accounts. A wife who is fatigued and needs “rest”. A son who looks to me each day to be your teacher, friend, and provider.
And so with all of this I wonder…
And then I am reminder whose life it really is. Who really is in control of my life? Who is it I am living for?
And I read the above section in Hebrews…
Jesus sustains all things. It may not go the way I want it to or would like it to, but it goes according to the commands that come form the mouth of the One who died for me. As I look at everything that needs my management, my leadership, and me…I must trust in the sustainment of my Lord & King. He will not fail me now. He will not leave me now. He will not forsake me now.
He is here. He is at work. And He will complete what He has started!!
Be still and know that I am God…
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