Beyond the Shadow of a Doubt

As millions of other people can concur, the hand of God was on Rick Warren when he wrote the book 'The Purpose Driven Life'. After reading it a few years ago I invested in a second copy for the sole purpose of loaning it out. The motive to my 'madness' isn't noble or inventive - I'm just anxious for everyone to know, beyond the shadow of a doubt, that it's not about us - IT'S ABOUT GOD!

The sun rises and our world is new again every day. We're given another chance to get it right, to make a difference, to bring His love to others. All for His purposes.

And it is written in Hebrews 12:1 "Let us run with endurance the race God has set before us."

He created each and every one of us. There had to be a reason. And the Good News is that there is a reason - we are here to bring glory to His name as He brings people to the saving knowledge that is His Son, Christ Jesus.

We have an 'opportunity' (there's that exciting word again!) to be a part of His plan. To be His hands and His voice and a shadow of His presence within us. May people see Him when they look at us. And may we come to realize how very simple life can be when we live our lives knowing, beyond a shadow of a doubt, that it's not about us - IT'S ABOUT GOD.

Thank You, Lord Jesus, for the honor of serving You for Your purposes.
May I be strengthened for the ultimate in surrender and humility.
May I be found worthy, on the day of Your return, to be part of Your eternal plan.
Amen and Amen
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