Do you have any idea what God's purpose is for you in your generation? I can tell you it is more than waiting for or living in retirement. Our goal in this new life - I say "new" because of what the Word says about you and me.
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! - 2 Corinthians 5:17
We have a new purpose that God expects us to fulfill before we head for heaven. You know I have found it easy to read the Bible - even memorize verses - but where the trouble comes is the application of what I read and memorize. It's like I am spiritual in my thinking but natural in my living. My natural life often takes precedence over the spiritual - but isn't it supposed to be the other way around?
For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. - Jeremiah 29:11
That seems to be THE verse to be quoted. I have heard it every Sunday for the past month. We should find comfort in knowing the God has our back! But He also has a purpose for us. We are children of God - part of His kingdom and His reality. He has plans for us in that context. He really is not concerned about our having a condo in Florida or a bass boat or a "fat" 401K - a nice house and car. He is concerned about a world that is hell bound. Or perhaps you think - "I get it, but I have time to focus on those things - later."
It is appointed for men to die once, but after this the judgment - Hebrews 9:27
Unless Jesus returns for the Church first, you and I are going to take our final breath - have our last heartbeat. God doesn't tell us how - when - or where, just that it will happen. My question is "What are you going to do in the meantime?" The right answer is pursue God's purpose. You don't know what that is? That is not reason enough to decide you will wait until God speaks to you personally. Whatever it is - you will not know it if you are standing still. Opportunities come your way every day. You purpose is not likely to be like Moses purpose - or one of the Apostles. God can use you for amazing things.
Come now, you who say, “Today or tomorrow we will go to such and such a city, spend a year there, buy and sell, and make a profit”; whereas you do not know what will happen tomorrow. For what is your life? It is even a vapor that appears for a little time and then vanishes away - James 4:13-14
Being a Christian is not an earthly attribute - it is a heavenly reality - that has eternal purpose - and not just for you.
If anyone desires to come after Jesus, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow Jesus. - Matthew 16:24
And where it Jesus going? It doesn't matter but you can bet it is going to be good!
Think about it – Pray about it – Believe it – Walk in it. Let your light shine and give God the glory.
By Faith Alone By His Grace Alone And For His Glory Alone
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