“So, my dear brothers and sisters, be strong and steady, always enthusiastic about the Lord’s work, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless.” 1 Corinthians 15:58
Have you ever felt as though the time you have spent investing in someone or something has been a waste?
I have felt that way on many occasions and when that thought creeps in, you know the "What was the point of this, they just don't get it or care, or this project has no real purpose." type of thought?
I have had several of those frustrating moments over the last couple of years. Just today the Lord reminded me that though it can be very frustrating, if I keep working for Him and not for me, there will be nothing wasted or time spent that will be useless, even if it seems like it.
God uses all things for His glory. I know that, it just feels differently at the time.
I have felt that way on many occasions and when that thought creeps in, you know the "What was the point of this, they just don't get it or care, or this project has no real purpose." type of thought?
I have had several of those frustrating moments over the last couple of years. Just today the Lord reminded me that though it can be very frustrating, if I keep working for Him and not for me, there will be nothing wasted or time spent that will be useless, even if it seems like it.
God uses all things for His glory. I know that, it just feels differently at the time.
God sees the end result. He knows whether the seed planted will sprout and be nourished or whether it will be smothered and die. I love what Revelation 14:13 says, “Write this down: Blessed are those who die in the Lord from now on. Yes, says the Spirit, they are blessed indeed, for they will rest from all their toils and trials; for their good deeds follow them!”
Praise You Jesus! I don’t always see the work You are doing at the time but I know You are working. You know every choice we make and will make. You know whether we will choose to live in sin or repent. You know whether forgiveness will be given or withheld. You know when we praise You one moment and curse another the next. Jesus You see the difference between real and fake.
You know whether we make the world our idol or make You our idol. You know whether our devotion is sincere or for show. You know whether our efforts are for Your glory or our own.
You know our differences, our hearts, thoughts and intentions. You know the very ones You place in our path and the very things we seek. From each, You use it for Your glory and for our good.
I praise You for the lessons You have taught me over the last few years and for those You brought into my path. Though at the time it seemed vexing, I know that each one was to grow me and shape me into the woman You desire me to be. Thank You for showing me the importance of keeping You center in all areas of my life. Growing is not easy but it is worth every bit of the work. Keep me in a state of continual growth. I am sticking to the vine Jesus.
Keep me humble, gentle, sincere, consistent, and faithful. May I daily be groomed, shaped, and molded to Your image and not one I try to create for myself. Amen
