Do you ever wonder if there is more to life? I do...all the time. I especially wonder about this when it comes to church. Sometimes (in the middle of a service) I'm thinking, "God, is this it? Is there all there is? Isn't there more?" The obvious answer to all of these questions is...Yes. But why do we so often miss it?
The simple truth is our strategy is bad. We fall into the trap of believing that if we absorb the knowledge of God's word, or if we show up to church every time the doors open, then it will please God and he will grant us His divine favor. And all of that sounds good, but it keeps our perspective of who God is and how He desires to interact with us very small. The reality is that God wants us to have a BIG LIFE! He wants our faith to grow each day! He wants more for our lives than what we are currently experiencing! But how do we do it? What's the secret to obtaining a Big Life?
First, we need a better strategy. Knowledge and information only get you so far. You have to take it a step further...you've got to do something with that knowledge. Too many Christians process information, but do nothing with it. That's dumb. You will unlock a whole new level to your faith when you act.
Second, do the "right" things. Take your cue from the truth of God's word. A great place to start is the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus really covers the bases...love, kindness, forgiveness, generosity, and much more. Don't waste time doing things you think are right. Find out what God wants you to do, and then go for it.
Finally, go BIG or go home! Don't stay in your "comfort" or "safe" zone. Apply God's word to the areas of your life where you need His help. Your faith will never be stretched beyond your willingness to give God control.
God wants you to live a Big life! What are you waiting for?
So true Derek! It's all about expansion! Letting God's love flow through us! We need to wake up, look up and step up! These are action words that require Faith. God's path for us isn't always a direct route but He will walk with us and this is so comforting. We need to get out of our comfort zones and reach out to the hurting! Be doers of the word not just hearers! I love your blog! You are truely inspirational!
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