I know, I know. What a way to start off a post.
Where has this uncharacteristic boldness appeared from?
Let's just say that I'm "pouring it out" and "taking the lid off".
What?!
Last night at church, our beloved pastor was on a roll. He was throwing out some hard questions and challenges to us, his congregation.
Why are we keeping the treasure of Christ to ourselves? Why are we preventing others from the living water He provides to His followers? That's where the pouring out and taking the lid off comes in.
Now, let me tell you that I do NOT have the gift of evangelism. This I am not proud of. I have always consoled myself with the knowledge that my primary mission field is my family and home. After all, that is the most important to me, right now.
But am I missing out on oppurtunities to share with others the love of our Savior?
Which brings me to you, my dear readers. This blog has been used to chronicle the crazy life of a slightly kooky mother of four who also happens to homeschool, our love story that points repeatedly to the grace of God, and just the general ramblings and musings of a woman who has to put brag on her family just a little more. Well, maybe a lot more!
You all know I adore my husband and my monkeys.
But I am not a mama first. I'm not even a wifey first. First and foremost, I am a Christian woman trying to live more like Him everyday. A sinner who is forgiven. Not perfect.
And so let me tell you, in case you don't know, how much He loves you and desires for you to know Him. I can't describe His love for you. That would be like trying to describe the universe. It just can't be done. It's something that you have to experience for yourself.
If you are ready, please stop by here and pray this prayer.
Take it from me, your world will never be the same!
What do you believe? Share with me! I'd really love to know.
I'm on board! When you have time, stop by my blog and read some of the posts under the label "Spiritual." You may like 'em. ;)
ReplyDeletePraise the Lord, His love is so great and His plan so simple. Only believe!
ReplyDeleteHi chicka!! So totally understand your pain! LOL! But just remember one thing... Jesus lived out loud and loved... key word LOVE right there.
ReplyDeleteJust rest in Him, be open to the people He is wanting to speak to that are around you everyday, and just Love, my friend. He will fill your mouth with the words that are needed.
I always remember a quote from Luther, " Preach the gospel all the time, and sometimes use words."
Remember the very Spirit of Jesus lives in you, and HE in YOU in enough to salt this earth. He walked this earth, loving His Father and loving people and connecting them to His Father. That's our example right there!
Hugs. Amy
And you say you're not an evangelizing kind of girl?
ReplyDeleteI say, "You are."
Love the invitation.
Sweet dreams.
I know what you mean about keeping the treasure of Christ to ourselves? ...Sometimes I think that's hard to do without feeling like we are pushing religion on people..
ReplyDeleteI LOVED the quote above saying "Preach the Gospel all the time, sometimes use words." I think that says it best. Jesus DISPLAYED what we should do more than he SPOKE of what we should do.
I think people know you are a Christian woman just by the way you act & portray yourself, so I think we are sharing His Gospel more than we realize. But I agree that we must share with ALL HIs message & let everyone know of His Love for Them!
Thanks Jamie for your thoughts! You are great!
Praise God! Thanks for your boldness and your ALL OUT LOVE for Jesus! Woo Hooo!
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