"But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him". Hebrews 11:6 reveals how faith is so important that it is impossible to please God without it. What would you say is the greatest area, among believers, where faith is lacking?
Instructions
Write your initial post of 1 to 2 paragraphs in the "Post a Message" section. Your initial post must be completed by Wednesday at 11:59 PM, CST. Next, comment with a reply on two of your classmates posts by Friday 11:59 PM CST.
We all have natural talents. Some of us have been graced to be caretakers, nurturers, leaders, entrepreneurs. Natural talents can be cultivated, but when we operate in the flesh we can easily become burdened and overwhelmed by these tasks. It is thus easy to quit and give up. When you are called, although you may feel the same overwhelm, you are operating from a different place. You have a sense of purpose that is God-given and the task becomes easier to bear because you are not operating from self, but as a vessel of God. Romans 11:29, states that For the gifts and calling of God are irrevocable. You can be chosen today, but replaced tomorrow when dealing with man. You should desire to be chosen by God. Matthew 22:14 says, Many are called, but few are chosen. This chosen does not have to rely on talent because they have the anointing of the Holy Spirit.
Your response was well thought out, We all experience burn out when we are walking in our talent because we take on more than we should and do not prioritize. There's a grace for doing things God's way, there is also peace and rest and purpose fulfillment even.
Your point was well received. It can be easy to quit and give up when you are doing things in the flesh. It can also be very difficult to complete a task when it is being operated out of season. Oftentimes we have to be processed and equipped to handle the task we have been called to do. It takes patience when being processed. The bible says in James 1:4 to et patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing. Your post was a great read.
You expressed a great point, being talented and chosen share's the same emotional distressed. Because we can sometimes miss God due to our emotions. That is why the bible tells us in Philippians 4-7 be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your request be made known to God. (7) and the peace of God, which surpass all understanding, will guard your heart and mind through Christ Jesus. Thanks, I enjoyed your thoughts.
You expressed a great point, being talented and chosen share's the same emotional distressed. Because we can sometimes miss God due to our emotions. That is why the bible tells us in Philippians 4-7 be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your request be made known to God. (7) and the peace of God, which surpass all understanding, will guard your heart and mind through Christ Jesus. Thanks, I enjoyed your thoughts.
Your point was well received. It can be easy to quit and give up when you are doing things in the flesh. It can also be very difficult to complete a task when it is being operated out of season. Oftentimes we have to be processed and equipped to handle the task we have been called to do. It takes patience when being processed. The bible says in James 1:4 to et patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing. Your post was a great read.
Your response was well thought out, We all experience burn out when we are walking in our talent because we take on more than we should and do not prioritize. There's a grace for doing things God's way, there is also peace and rest and purpose fulfillment even.