"True faith cannot be kept inside the narrow boundaries of the 'sacred,' as some would suggest; but is intended to be 'salt and light' in the midst of what is often called the secular world."
Jim Wallis
Therein lies the rub..How can any of us be salt or light when we are consumed by our own agenda? The Colossians were evidently "getting it." In contrast, one contemporary author confesses, "Six billion people live in this world, and I can only muster thoughts for one. Me." That is getting really old. If I actually listen to God when I pray, sometimes I'll hear Him say..."Get off your butt!" Pretty simple..direct. And if I think about it, the kingdom of God in me is more than enough to celebrate. It's more than enough to get moving. And being salt and light has got to be the most gratifying thing on this earth.
Father, forgive me for getting so distracted and off track sometimes. It's such a privilege to be a part of You.
Friday, September 18, 2009
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