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It stands to reason that one should only do what makes him a better person. I love to make turtlepots and draw, while there is that necessary evil that is homework. These are things that make me a better person. Upon joining stickam however, I feel that I have degraded myself, I have lessened, in a way that does not reflect who I am or how I feel.
Today I am stepping across the line. I am tired of waffling, and I am finished with wavering. I have made my choice; the verdict is in; and my decision is irrevocable. I am going God's way. There is no turning back now! I will live the rest of my life serving God's purposes with God's people on God's planet for God's glory. I will use my life to celebrate his presence, cultivate his character, participate in his family, demonstrate his love, and communicate his Word. Since my past has been forgiven, and I have a purpose for living and a home awaiting in heaven, I refuse to waste any more time or energy on shallow living, petty thinking, trivial talking, thoughtless doing, useless regretting, hurtful resenting, or faithless worrying. Instead I will magnify God, grow to maturity, serve in ministry, and fulfill my mission in the membership of his family. Because this life is preparation for the next, I will value worship over wealth, “we” over “me,” character over comfort, service over status, and people over possessions, position, and pleasures. I know what matters most, and I will give it all I've got. I'll do the best I can with what I have for Jesus Christ today. I will not be captivated by culture, manipulated by critics, motivated by praise, frustrated by problems, debilitated by temptation, or intimidated by the devil. I will keep running my race with my eyes on the goal, not the sidelines or those running by me. When times get tough, and I get tired, I will not back up, back off, back down, back out, or backslide. I'll just keep moving forward by God's grace. I am Spirit-led, purpose-driven and mission-focused, so I cannot be bought, I will not be compromised, and I shall not quit until I finish the race. I am a trophy of God's amazing grace, so I will be gracious to everyone, grateful for everyday, and generous with everything that God entrusts to me. To my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, I say: However, whenever, wherever, and whatever you ask me to do, my answer in advance is yes! Wherever you lead and whatever the cost, I'm ready. Anytime. Anywhere. Anyway. Whatever it takes Lord; whatever it takes! |