January 22 Being Productive… James 1:22
Good morning from Pastor Glen Brock, Baptist Tabernacle Church, Wendell, North Carolina… “But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.” (James 1:22)
“I am too busy!” This statement is often the response that we give to those who would need our assistance. Personally, I have used this to avoid involvement in situations that were unpleasant. Amazingly, in 21st Century America, I believe that we are so busy that we miss the opportunities to serve and to make a true and lasting difference! There was a time, not so many years ago, that I equated “Busy” and “Activities” of the Church, with serving God. Daddy used to warn me about misdirected activities that I would deem as service. He would say, “Son, you can be busy digging a ditch with a spoon. You exert a lot of effort with very little results!” Are we allowing our “Busy” activities to get in the way of “Real and Lasting Ministry” to others? I continue to ask God to help me determine what is “Busy,” and what is truly productive! May we continue to “Get Involved” in the lives of others and may we continue to make a difference in where others will spend “Eternity!” BE ABOUT THE FATHER’S BUSINESS; and learn to discern between “Busy” and “Productive!” May we never be too busy to make a difference! Stay Strong, Stay Focused…THE BEST IS YET TO BE! Prayer: Dear Lord, help me to embrace Your power and direction for my life. Please create in me an attitude of service and an attitude of Joy. Thank you, Lord, for Your Blessing on me. In The Name of Jesus, Amen