Daily Delight
A few weeks ago, my pastor shared something regarding enduring life’s circumstances that really resonated with me. I have a feeling it will resonate with you, too:
“Your circumstances may stay the same, but God wants you to change your position.Embrace the peace of God, and abide in Him. And when God strengthens you,go and strengthen your brothers and sisters in Christ.”
Changing a position will be different for each of us and our respective circumstances. Your position could be a multitude of things: changing your heart to be humble and receptive before God, letting go of pride, seeking forgiveness, being the peacemaker, committing to worship and praise even when you don't feel like it, not giving into gossip, choosing to be obedient despite your discomfort, and more. When we are willing to yield to God’s transformative power, He invites us into deeper communion with Him, to which He then imparts more of Himself into our hearts, for His glory.As we cling to the peace of God to rule our hearts and listen to Him as He speaks life into our unique situations, we can use the wisdom He blesses us with to counsel and walk alongside others. God instructs us to “carry each other’s burdens, in this way you fulfill the law of Christ” (Galatians 6:2, NIV). Furthermore, “We who are strong ought to bear with the failings of the weak and not to please ourselves” (Romans 15:1, NIV). Our relationship with Christ is not simply for our own eternal life, but it is intended to be a beacon of light and life for others to come into an understanding of who God is. Being a vessel for Christ starts with leaning into Him and trusting the promises He has made to us through His holy word. Sacrificing your own position to take on the mind and ways of Christ is pleasing to God. It will strengthen you and equip you to then be used by God for His glory. And that’s exactly what we’re here for: His glory and His glory alone.
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Diamond King
