Back in Zephaniah, God told the people to sing and shout! Why? Because Jesus was coming. I love that God wanted His people to rejoice, even in their waiting, because what they waited for was absolutely on its way. No, they couldn't see it, but every child born was one child closer to the boy King that would soon change the whole world.
Who is our King? Jesus! The answer is always Jesus! Praise be to God He reigns forever.
We are like the sheep waiting for someone to tend to us, and throughout scripture, from the beginning to the very end, God's promises show us that the one we are waiting for is always Him.
Has the season of death destructed so much of your life that you are unable and unprepared to rejoice for the good works of God? Have you taken so many losses this year that you are not ready to win more battles for the Lord? After all, don't we sing "Oh victory, in Jesus!" My prayer for YOU and ME is to remain steadfast. In this world, w[...]
Sure, like Jesus, people will misunderstand your character, your mission, and ultimately your call, but maybe we should all say less, and when the time for understanding comes, God will make all things known.
You might realize that the purpose of your insignificance to some people may be because God seeks to manifest Himself in your life in such a large way that they notice Him and by seeing Him they see you as His vessel.