5 But you should keep a clear mind in every situation. Don’t be afraid of suffering for the Lord. Work at telling others the Good News, and fully carry out the ministry God has given you.
6 As for me, my life has already been poured out as an offering to God. The time of my death is near. 7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, and I have remained faithful. 8 And now the prize awaits me—the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give me on the day of his return. And the prize is not just for me but for all who eagerly look forward to his appearing.
Wow, I want to be able to say what Paul does in vs. 7 at the end of my days! While it's a work in progress until then, I can focus on sharing my light with others through relationship building, and being a "light" Lord, am I fully poured out for you? Show me where I need to keep tipping over! Help me to fully carry out the ministry you have called me too. Lord, thank you for the disciplines you are growing me in, and how what I do everyday is the basis for fully carrying out ministry.
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"Don’t be afraid of suffering for the Lord. Work at telling others the Good News"
I need to hear this! I love the Lord, but I'm not willing to suffer for Him? What's up with that?
Sharing the Good News is WORK--I cannot take it lightly and just expect to happen.
Thanks for the post Jamie!
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