August 13 Simply Committed! 1 Corinthians 1:27
Good morning from Pastor Glen Brock, Baptist Tabernacle Church, Wendell, North Carolina… “But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong.” (1 Corinthians 1:27)
As far back as I can remember, I was taught that a “Man” was strong and determined and dependable and hardworking and was to face each challenge with confidence. Now, this was not a “Superman” type of expectation; it was a realistic definition of what a man is supposed to be. Daddy used to tell me that being a “Man,” required the “Steel & Velvet” approach. To be Hard as Nails, when necessary and as soft as velvet when you can. As I reflect on the application of this expectation for my Christian walk, I recognize that this old world doesn’t need some “Super Charged Fixer of Problems; it needs a committed, God-Centered Believer who will live their life on their knees, in complete and total submission to Almighty God! I pray that this sinful world can see my commitment, my actions, my words, and that they are, and will always be a reflection, of His Grace and my Commitment to Him. How about you? Folks, Be Intentional in your Living for Christ! Let your life show, to the entire world, your commitment and your dedication and your willingness to be used by God to promote His Mission and Purpose! May we live our lives in total dependence on God, His Grace, through Jesus and our commitment to serve Him with gladness! Simply put, He said that; “He chose what is foolish in the world to shame the wise; God chose what is weak in the world to shame the strong!” I am excited that He is my Rock and my Shield and that He is taking my weaknesses and making them strong! Stay Strong, Stay Focused…THE BEST IS YET TO BE!