I typically write and post blogs before 8 AM Central Time. Our Heavenly Father wakes me up each day at HIS appointed time… sometimes very early, and I focus on what HE wants me to write, if anything. I’m good with that. I serve at HIS pleasure, not mine. Yesterday’s blog was one of correction, not by my choice but by HIS intent. I try to read Stephen Jones’ teaching blogs sometime in the afternoon. I find it interesting that his blog posted on the same day as mine, dealt with those who are disqualified from being disciples because of their other priorities. It would appear that Our Heavenly Father is sending a “double-witnessed” wakeup call to those who have previously heard the call and have possibly waned.
“Many are called, but few are chosen.”
Let me encourage you to reflect on your priorities to see if you might need to make some adjustments. Your recent fruitfulness is a great place to start. Where and how are you spending your time and your discretionary money? Those are probably the best reflection of your priorities. Are you a giver or a taker? Do you have an attitude of entitlement or an attitude of gratitude? Is you conversation focused on your needs or the other persons needs? Are you guided by self-preservation?
“Let the dead bury their own.” “Don’t look back.” Now is the time.