I have had a growing conviction lately that I have been focusing too much on secondary things. Sure, I feel like I do what I have been called to do... especially in my role at Faith Community Church. I believe that I have been called to go to seminary so I can be more effective in ministry. I enjoy fellowship with my Christian friends. But I am coming to believe that all of these good things should only be secondary. It is the Gospel that should be first... in everything that I do.
Sadly, I don't know if the Gospel has ever taken precedence over my "work" for the Gospel. The Gospel should be why I do what I do. And I want it to be.
I want my life to be all about spreading the Gospel. Everything else I do should have that goal alone. Whether I'm working at church, or working another job outside of church, or going to class, or eating at a restaurant... in everything I do, I want to share what I have in Jesus with others. This should be the ultimate goal of our lives! But if you're anything like me, it probably hasn't been for the majority of your life. Luckily for us, it is never too late to re-prioritize.
I was reading The Art of Personal Evangelism by Will McRaney today, and something he said stuck out to me. He said that as a witness, we never effectively share the Gospel unless the Holy Spirit has proceeded us. I am praying that God will reveal to me where He has proceeded me, and where I can be given opportunities to share Jesus with people who need Him. This is indeed my greatest calling, and it is so for all Christians. I invite you to join me in this prayer, and make your life about spreading the Gospel!
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