Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Spiritual Rut
It seems we have fallen into a spiritual rut. We have gotten comfortable and settled. We know our purpose and man says that is half the battle. What does God say? I have been brought back to one scripture many times this week. It is But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves James 1:22 (KJV) If we know our purpose but do not act on it, we deceive ourselves. It is like knowing you have to go to work but not actually going. We would never do that because we have bills to pay and things to buy. Why then do we know what God is asking of us but sit and think of a million reasons not to do it? Like this blog for instance, God gave me this entry a couple of days ago. I am just now sitting down to write it. I knew what God wanted me to do but my flesh wanted to do other things. It is a constant daily battle between the flesh and the spirit. The Bible says we must crucify our flesh in order to please God. So then they that are in the flesh cannot please God Romans 8:8 (KJV) Our sinful flesh doesn’t want to do the will of God. We have to bring it into submission to the spirit. That is not a pleasurable thing to do but a necessary one. It may be difficult but well worth it. We must break out of our comfort zone and step out in faith. God has not called you for something you can’t do. He will give you what you need when you need it. If you won’t do it then you will have no one to blame but yourself. How can you say you can’t do something if you haven’t even tried? I challenge us all, myself included, to reach out of our comfort zone this week.Take a step toward what God is asking you to do. You may just find yourself running toward your prize!!
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Good job Kim,
ReplyDeleteBy the way, did God mention my name when he gave you this?:) We are all guilty of letting our flesh keep us from doing what we know we need to do for God. For example, my weight problem has always been an issue for me and has kept me from stepping out and doing so many things. my fear of standing in front of people and speaking has also held me back. I always thought that I was a lesser person because of the way others looked at me and my size. Even though I know that God looks on the inner person, my self-consiousness was saying "I'm not worthy" or " they will be staring or laughing, not hearing what I have to say but at the way I look" Even though I have lost alot of pounds (and gained back several) I do still have that fear. But I can say that I have goten somewhat bolder in speaking up for God in many ways. Thank you Lord! The one thing we can all do is hold each other up in prayer. And by confessing our faults, others know exactly what to pray for.As Sisters in Christ we need to do that daily, and I am quilty of not doing my job there also. (Lord forgive me) So lets all try harder to remember each other, we need that strength. I love you all, and wish you God's greatest blessings!
"Lord, right now I pray for all of my Sister's and family in Christ.Help us to not let our flesh get in the way of what you have in store for our lives, but to be strong and bold in stepping out to do what you are asking us to do! In your precious name Jesus I pray, Amen" Hugs to all, Vonda
We all have things we don't like about ourselves. I am terrified to speak in front of people and play or sing. I have finally realized that no matter what happens God already knows. I am not singing, playing or writing for anyone but him. That has helped me in so many ways. It is not about any of us. It is all about his will. Love You Tons :0) p.s I think you are a VERY beautiful person inside and out :0)
ReplyDeleteThanks Kim, I do appreciate that and you also much. Your family has become a big part of the church and I am so glad you are there. Love you all, Vonda
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