YOUR OWN IS TOO MUCH
At a social gathering in church, I noticed an unfamiliar face. Typically, I'd approach and initiate a conversation, but I hesitated this time, fearing I might come across as too forward. I succumbed to the "your own is too much syndrome" and remained seated.
Later, I was introduced to someone, and to my surprise, it was the same person I had noticed earlier. Unknowing, this individual was meant to assist me with a business matter.
Often, we miss out on blessings because we're concerned about others' opinions; we are afraid of appearing overly assertive. Though intense to some, our gifts and passions are meant to carve a path for us. We shouldn't hold back; our blessings are intertwined with our talents, and our needs are often met through them. Those who criticize may one day benefit from our abilities. Don't squander opportunities due to fear of judgment.
On another note, when God calls us, the nature of our assignment or ministry dictates the level of our consecration. Some people may feel uncomfortable with our consecration and make comments like, "Are you the only Christian"? But we mustn't yield to naysayers.
For example, as a priest, you must mind every word you speak; don't call it a joke because God hears you.
Like Jesus, he needed to be perfect for him to be the author of our eternal salvation. Other prophets had weaknesses, but not Jesus.
Hebrews 5:8-9 says, "Even though Jesus was God's Son, he learned obedience from the things he suffered. In this way, God qualified him as a perfect High Priest, and he became the source of eternal salvation for all those who obey him.
In John 14:30, Jesus said," I will not speak with you much longer, for the prince of this world is coming, and he has no claim on Me."
The gravity of our assignments determines our consecration. People may mock or question our dedication. But remember, with great gifts come significant responsibilities. "Your own is NOT too much."
Oyin Daniels
Later, I was introduced to someone, and to my surprise, it was the same person I had noticed earlier. Unknowing, this individual was meant to assist me with a business matter.
Often, we miss out on blessings because we're concerned about others' opinions; we are afraid of appearing overly assertive. Though intense to some, our gifts and passions are meant to carve a path for us. We shouldn't hold back; our blessings are intertwined with our talents, and our needs are often met through them. Those who criticize may one day benefit from our abilities. Don't squander opportunities due to fear of judgment.
On another note, when God calls us, the nature of our assignment or ministry dictates the level of our consecration. Some people may feel uncomfortable with our consecration and make comments like, "Are you the only Christian"? But we mustn't yield to naysayers.
For example, as a priest, you must mind every word you speak; don't call it a joke because God hears you.
Like Jesus, he needed to be perfect for him to be the author of our eternal salvation. Other prophets had weaknesses, but not Jesus.
Hebrews 5:8-9 says, "Even though Jesus was God's Son, he learned obedience from the things he suffered. In this way, God qualified him as a perfect High Priest, and he became the source of eternal salvation for all those who obey him.
In John 14:30, Jesus said," I will not speak with you much longer, for the prince of this world is coming, and he has no claim on Me."
The gravity of our assignments determines our consecration. People may mock or question our dedication. But remember, with great gifts come significant responsibilities. "Your own is NOT too much."
Oyin Daniels
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