My little addition to Our Daily Bread (12/15/11):
Be in agreement with one another. Do not be proud; instead, associate with the humble. Do not be wise in your own estimation.
(Romans 12:16 HCSB)
I’ve been silent for the past few days because of pressures at work and its affect on my attitude inhibiting my heart to dig in to the Word. But several times in recent days as work has weighed on me that I wonder why not look toward full-time ministry. While I know it would also weigh on a person in many ways, there is such a joy I find in growing to know Him more by finding new things or fresh perspectives in His Word and trying to put that into words to share. But the statement at the end of this verse that the New Living Translation translated “And don't think you know it all!” reminds me again why I have not looked toward full-time ministry: it’s not about me. Yes, I have an education from a Christian college that included some Bible and theology classes. Yes, I’ve had brothers and sisters in the faith tell me I have a talent for it. Yes, I think I might be fairly good at it. BUT I will not be starting “The First Church of Andy,” so it’s not my choice. While I do think I could be good at it, I KNOW I can’t do it. He could use me and empower me, but I have yet to hear a definite call from Him that He has chosen me for that purpose. I will continue to serve in the best ways I know how and seek opportunities to use my talents in His church. Pray for me that I will continue to serve faithfully and be a light in whatever position I am in. Pray also that My heart will stay tender so it may see His guiding hand as it leads and hear His still small voice if He does call.
- Andy Jentes
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