The great thing about free will is that individuals are not coerced into doing something they don’t want to do. Rather, each day you have the option to roam or rule. The first is accomplished by sight, allowing wandering eyes to guide you, often in a self-seeking manner. The second is exercised by faith, becoming a kingdom man or woman, by finishing the work God has called you to do.
Christ made known to us the mystery of his will according to his good pleasure, which he purposed in Christ, Ephesians 1:9.
Depending upon your degree or level of faith, its not uncommon for someone to go back and forth between roaming and ruling. As darkness approaches, hope can be lost causing many to take the reigns. Yet, as people come to their senses, the Holy Spirit awakens souls to rule and reign in the authority delegated to Christ like believers. For the average person, this roller coaster ride lasts a lifetime, full of twists, turns and strange occurrences.
Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus, Philippians 1:6.
In my moments of greatest uncertainty, I cling to promise above. I don’t always know what God wants me to do, but I do know there is still work to accomplish. Thus, with all my heart, soul and mind, I press on hoping I am on the right track. Although, I still may roam from time to time, I pray that the Lord will guide me to rule, keeping in step with the next assignment God wants me to complete.
by Jay Mankus
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