FIRST THINGS FIRST
I have often shared the principle of doing, first things first, second things second, third things third. What has first place in your life? The more I receive the wonderful love God has for us, the more I want to fulfill his great commission and purpose on the earth! I know that there are so many who have not been introduced to his amazing love and, for me, there is nothing more important than sharing that love with them. There are a lot of important things, but seeking God and fulfilling the purpose of his kingdom is the most important!
Luke 6:33 But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.
Isa 55:6 Seek the LORD while he may be found; call on him while he is near.
I want tofocus on what really matters! There is nothing more important in my life than knowing God and fulfilling His heart's desire! The great evangelist Reinhard Bonnke coined this great quote, “ Make the great commission your great ambition.” Here is the great commission Jesus gave us:
Mat 28:19-20 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”
To the degree that the love and grace of God infect you is the degree of your effectiveness in sharing. Christianity is all about God living through us; not about us living for him. May you be stirred to trust God as never before! May nothing in your life come before God – may he be first place in all that you do! Let this word be an encouragement for us today! Let’s be committed to keeping...