It is my understanding that sometimes we are called to reach
out to others to do God’s will. Now,
sometimes it is by example that we can best introduce those lost sheep to
Christ Jesus. But other times we must step
out beyond our comfort zones and do real work to help others to know or re-acquaint
with the Lord. Several months ago, I met
someone that is a declared non-believer.
Initially I felt sorrow for this person – living without hope or purpose. Over the course of time, this difference in
our beliefs has really challenged me. You
see, I feel a need to help this sheep find a way back to The Shepherd. It is difficult not to want the peace of a
life with Christ for others. As a
Christian, it’s hard to hear anyone speak out against something so
integral to our everyday - to our every breath.
But we are reminded in the Bible, that while we shall make an effort to
do God’s work, we should not argue with non-believers.
Pray for God to use you as a way for others to find
Him. Pray for the lost that they may be
found, if not through you, some other way.
And pray for God's encouragement, understanding and peace for yourself when
you are not the vessel through which a soul is recovered. Trust that God will save those who are to be
saved and He will see to those who are to be lost.
On another note, I wasn’t always a pray-er. Now, I find very few things more important/satisfying/rewarding/ than the time I spend in prayer. While I understand not everyone may be called or moved to pray, I am. So I try and remember that when faced with any roadblock that seems impassable, just pray. If you are not a pray-er, I hope you will
give it a shot. It may be awkward at
first, but it’s kind of like trying a new exercise on your own for the first
time. A little uncomfortable. “Is anyone looking at me?” “Am I even doing this right?” “I’ve been at this for a while, is it working?” Try not to think of a right or wrong way to
pray. You don’t have to memorize anything. As a matter of fact, my prayers are very much
like a conversation. Just go in with a
thankful heart and you really can’t go wrong.
Let me share with you my daily prayer, which is hugely
personal by the way. But in any event,
if it helps you to develop your own prayer, I’m happy to help:
Dear
Lord, thank you for this day. Thank you
for my family and friends. Thank you for keeping us safe. Thank you for our good health. Thank you for your provisions. Thank you, Lord, for you countless blessings
over us – the seen and unseen. Lord,
keep me mindful that I cannot comprehend your works or abilities, that I may be
encouraged knowing your power is beyond my imagination. I pray you will continue to keep us safe and
healthy. I pray you will continue to
provide for all of our needs and that you will help us to be a blessing to
others. I pray for your guidance in all
I say and do, that I might be good example of what it is to be a member of your
family, that others may be led to you. In
the name of the Father, of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, Amen.
Of course you may want to pray about specific things, but I
have every confidence your prayers will be amazing!
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