Every breath is a true gift from God, one none of us should take lightly. Think about those who have been given six weeks or six months to live. I often call these folks “short-timers” and they share the truths of life with much more abandoned than others. I often feel sad that it takes facing death for many of us to pour out all we have learned along our journey.
I think about the judgment each of us will face; believers will be held accountable for the life each of us has been given in Christ. Non-believers will have to answer for their sins. Now I picture myself standing before God with Christ and hearing the question: “What did you do with the life I gave you.” I want to have empty hands and be able to say I used up all you gave me and have nothing left.
Acts 20:24 New International Version
24 However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me—the task of testifying to the good news of God’s grace.
2 Timothy 4:7 New International Version
7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.
Thanks for sharing your heart and your life, Bob! I look forward to seeing you in a month. I look forward to reading more of your posts. Love, Trisha (cousin in AL)
ReplyDeleteBob, this is so true. I pray that my life would be poured out like a drink offering to Him as well. Father help me to keep my hands open and not clenched, in Jesus Name, Amen
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