I'm reading Glorious Finish and really enjoying the perspective Daniel gives on ministry. The main point is it's most important who we are in Christ than what we do for Christ. Our ministry can either lead to eternal glory or dishonorable discharge. Ministry is done with joyful hope or disappointing irrelevance. It reminds me of something Daniel told me years ago, "don't just do something, pray."
Lately, I've been in need of revival in my soul. I've been self-starving my relationship with God: Not praying, not seeking his guidance in the Bible, not engaged in ministry - yet over-committed to ministry roles. What's been taking my time? Television, movies, games, walks, youtube... And now that church is not meeting, and I don't have alone time in the car to worship - my soul is suffering.
Daniel outlines reasons, rhythms, results, and rewards that revive the soul. Worship leads to humility and authenticity while neglect leads to self-reliance and professionalism. When my security is in God, my significance is in his way - not my own.
Prayer:
God, let my heart be yours. Let your name be lifted higher.
There is Love
That came for us
Humbled to a sinner's cross
You broke my shame and sinfulness
You rose again victorious
Faithfulness none can deny
Through the storm
And through the fire
There is truth that sets me free
Jesus Christ who lives in me
You are stronger
You are stronger
Sin is broken
You have saved me
It is written
Christ is risen
Jesus You are Lord of all
No beginning and no end
You're my hope and my defense
You came to seek and save the lost
You paid it all upon the cross
So let Your Name be lifted higher
Be lifted higher
Be lifted higher
Lately, I've been in need of revival in my soul. I've been self-starving my relationship with God: Not praying, not seeking his guidance in the Bible, not engaged in ministry - yet over-committed to ministry roles. What's been taking my time? Television, movies, games, walks, youtube... And now that church is not meeting, and I don't have alone time in the car to worship - my soul is suffering.
Daniel outlines reasons, rhythms, results, and rewards that revive the soul. Worship leads to humility and authenticity while neglect leads to self-reliance and professionalism. When my security is in God, my significance is in his way - not my own.
Prayer:
God, let my heart be yours. Let your name be lifted higher.
There is Love
That came for us
Humbled to a sinner's cross
You broke my shame and sinfulness
You rose again victorious
Faithfulness none can deny
Through the storm
And through the fire
There is truth that sets me free
Jesus Christ who lives in me
You are stronger
You are stronger
Sin is broken
You have saved me
It is written
Christ is risen
Jesus You are Lord of all
No beginning and no end
You're my hope and my defense
You came to seek and save the lost
You paid it all upon the cross
So let Your Name be lifted higher
Be lifted higher
Be lifted higher
2 comments:
“And now that church is not meeting, and I don't have alone time in the car to worship - my soul is suffering.”
When we are “can do” people it is easy to get into action mode. This forced isolation is an eye opener. I thank God that HE is showing you that worship is that path to new intimacy with the Savior.
Indeed, love you and thanks for the encouraging words
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