Personal Aside- In looking over my blog entries these past several weeks, I am reminded of Jesus' parable in the fourth chapter of Mark. In the parable, the seeds of the Word fall on several different types of soil. One portion of seed "fell among the thorns, which grew up and choked the plants, so that they did not bear grain." As Jesus discusses the parable with His disciples, He states the thorn-choked seeds are like faith that is made unfruitful because of the "worries of this life, the deceitfulness of wealth and the desires for other things. . ." Even though my salvation is secure, I have to constantly be on guard against allowing work, home chores, tennis and t.v. from being the things that choke out my Christian growth.
The Unexpected Adventure- "In the Nick of Time"- Hebrews 12:15
Day 26 of the UE was a story about Lee's father-in-law, Al, who, while not antagonistic toward Lee's new found Christianity, remained a devout atheist until he was on his deathbed. However, due to continued prayer and witnessing from Lee and his wife, Al accepted Christ as one of the last conscious decisions of his life. I wonder how many people put off making that Christ decision day after day, thinking that there will always be time for that "church stuff" later. Al was lucky. Not all procrastinators will be so lucky. Luke 12:16-20
Are the any decisions you are putting off? A ministry that you will start later? A conversation with a friend or family member that "can wait until tomorrow"? A relationship that needs restoration, but can wait until the next family gathering rolls around? That chance may never arrive. If the Holy Spirit is leading us to act, perhaps today is the perfect day to be obedient.
Please pray for the recipient of an email I just sent. The recipient is a long-time friend who is most likely not a Christian. I have put off broaching the subject for too long. May the Holy Spirit give power and conviction to my puny, awkward email.
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