Read: Luke 9:57-62
Bible in one year: Leviticus 24-27
Apart from
parasites and loafers, the Commander-in-chief of the Heavenly army does
not like deserters. Once you sign into God's army, there is no looking
back. This is why in the armour available for soldiers listed in
Ephesians 6:13-17, there is no armour for our backs. This means, the day
you turn your back to the enemy, you are finished. It is against the
rule of our warfare; for enemies are not supposed to see your back. This
also implies there is no room to chicken out. Considering the size,
military might and invincible weaponry available to you as a bonafide
member of God's army, and God's track record of victories, you have no
excuse to throw in the towel. Hence, Luke 9:62 says,
"And Jesus said unto him, No man, having put his hand to the plough, and looking back, is fit for the Kingdom of Cod."
This means, if
you have accepted Jesus Christ as your Lord, stay with Him and don't go
back to the devil or your past self government. This also extends to
your service. That is, whatever God has assigned you to do, never stop
except He says so. Once in a while, God can move you from one assignment
to another, or add to what you are presently doing. However, never move
yourself away from an assignment God has given to you.
It is surprising
to know how many people leave their primary assignment for a
self-assigned task. These too are deserters. Increasingly, money is
becoming a major factor in determining what is done, where it is done
and how it is done. Although money is important for propagating the
Gospel, it should however not take the place of the Holy Spirit. Some
people when told to go and evangelise would reply: 'I don't have money.'
What amount do you need to evangelise to your next door neighbour?
There are some churches and ministries who being motivated by gain,
decide to relocate or plant parishes only in high brow areas so as to
attract the rich. Remember that Jesus Christ died for the poor also. If
your ministry excludes ministering to the poor and needy,
you are a deserter of some sort, and led by something else other than
the Holy Spirit. Have you abandoned any assignment God earlier committed
into your hands, repent today. God is prepared to back you in the task
He has given you, and not in the one you have taken upon yourself.
Key point: If God has assigned you to a task, that is what He will reward you for. Do it faithfully whether it is easy or difficult.
Key point: If God has assigned you to a task, that is what He will reward you for. Do it faithfully whether it is easy or difficult.
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