When He Calls
Several years ago, April and I felt the Lord leading us towards a new ministry. As with any new ministry, there was an ample amount of fears and doubts, but Jesus encouraged us through His Word . . .
Acts 18:9-10 Now the Lord spoke to Paul in the night by a vision, “Do not be afraid, but speak, and do not keep silent; for I am with you, and no one will attack you to hurt you; for I have many people in this city.”
Anyone who knows me knows that keeping silent is impossible for me. But not being afraid . . . That's a challenge especially when facing the unknown. But as Jesus had promised, He is with us.
Three years later, we are so grateful for the Lord's leading and His empowering us to be obedient. The result . . . The growth of His body here at Waipio. We have seen people grow deeper, both with the Lord and each other. But this would not have been possible if we were afraid.
The ministry is the greatest endeavor anyone can be called to, and often seems arduous. Yet He promised us we will never have to do it alone, thus we need not fear.
What is the Lord calling you to do? Whatever it is, know that He's calling you as He's leading the charge. Do not be afraid to charge after Him because He has many people to reach in your city!
Acts 18:9-10 Now the Lord spoke to Paul in the night by a vision, “Do not be afraid, but speak, and do not keep silent; for I am with you, and no one will attack you to hurt you; for I have many people in this city.”
Anyone who knows me knows that keeping silent is impossible for me. But not being afraid . . . That's a challenge especially when facing the unknown. But as Jesus had promised, He is with us.
Three years later, we are so grateful for the Lord's leading and His empowering us to be obedient. The result . . . The growth of His body here at Waipio. We have seen people grow deeper, both with the Lord and each other. But this would not have been possible if we were afraid.
The ministry is the greatest endeavor anyone can be called to, and often seems arduous. Yet He promised us we will never have to do it alone, thus we need not fear.
What is the Lord calling you to do? Whatever it is, know that He's calling you as He's leading the charge. Do not be afraid to charge after Him because He has many people to reach in your city!
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