Koi fish, also known as nishikigoi in Japan, are domesticated carp kept for decorative purposes, usually in water gardens. However, koi have an unique characteristic, growing only as large as their environment allows. Thus, if you have a small fish tank, their size will be stunted to a few inches. When given the opportunity, koi can grow to nearly 4 feet in size, but only in the right conditions like a large pond or lake.
In life, many individuals are afraid of the unknown, the areas beyond their comfort zones. Subsequently, most people limit their potential, scared to take a chance or risk embarrassment outside in the big sea. Instead of blossoming, souls tend to settle for mediocre lives, secure in the safety of their normal surroundings. Unfortunately, this is not the plan God called his disciples to follow, Mark 16:15-18.
Today, Christians leave this responsibility for pastors, preachers and teachers, excluding themselves from Jesus’ command. Although the harvest is still ripe for the picking, Matthew 9:35-38, the sidelines are flooded, me included, with believers too self-absorbed with life to get into the game. In view of this unsettling truth, break away from patterns of idleness. Don’t be so koi; rather unleash your potential by fanning into flame the gifts you have t offer, Romans 12:3-8.
by Jay Mankus
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