SUBJECT: A "SERVANT" AND "FOOL" FOR CHRIST!
Recently, The Holy Spirit began speaking to me about what it means to be a "SERVANT" AND "FOOL" For Christ. Whenever He speaks to me about a particular topic, I delve into the scriptures; God's Word gives us the answer(s) to everything pertaining to life. The Holy Spirit has given me an insatiable hunger and thirst for the things of God. Couple this spiritual appetite, with my love for "research" as a Christian writer, and this becomes the recipe for a passionate heart that desires to know Father God more intimately everyday. The world has its "fact checker" system as referred to during this past election. Well folks, we have the "Truth" and it's a fact Jack-- we are "TRUTH checkers"; and if things are contrary to what God's Word says, I disregard and discard it. To me, research is like a treasure hunter who is looking for a pot of gold OR, "a pearl".
MATTHEW 13:45 - PARABLE OF THE PEARL: In this scripture, Jesus tells His disciples, "Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls, who, when he had found one pearl of great price, went and sold all that he had and bought it."
This aforementioned scripture encourages us to be "Sold Out" to Jesus Christ...a "Servant" and "Fool" For Christ!!! IT IS CRUCIAL THAT WE GET INTO THE SECRET PLACE SO WE CAN SEE THINGS FROM THE PARADIGM OF TRUTH AND FATHER GOD'S PERSPECTIVE (And His View of the world through His eyes (and heart)).
If you are an "authentic believer and follower of Jesus Christ" then you will understand what I mean when I say I hunger and thirsty after the things of God (Truth). This desire continues to increase in my life everyday; and the things of this world that once brought me temporary gratification/satisfaction no longer interest (or satisfy) me. Glory to God! I sincerely long for "Jay" to DECREASE and "Jesus" to INCREASE in me.
As "Voices" and "Heralds of Truth", the prophets of old went out among (as all authentic Christians would later experience) as "sheep among wolves". They gave hint to their frustration and concern regarding their "effectiveness" in obedience to serve as God's Prophets! (See the scripture below):
Isaiah 53:1-3 says, "Who has believed our message?
And to whom has the arm of the LORD been revealed?
For He grew up before Him like a tender shoot, And like a root out of parched ground;He has no stately form or majesty That we should look upon Him, Nor appearance that we should be attracted toHim, He was despised and forsaken of me A man of sorrows and acquainted with grief; And like one from whom men hide their face, He was despised, and we did not esteem Him".
And to whom has the arm of the LORD been revealed?
For He grew up before Him like a tender shoot, And like a root out of parched ground;He has no stately form or majesty That we should look upon Him, Nor appearance that we should be attracted toHim, He was despised and forsaken of me A man of sorrows and acquainted with grief; And like one from whom men hide their face, He was despised, and we did not esteem Him".
Many times I have questioned whether or not I have been (and am currently) an effective "Servant of Jesus Christ". I believe I am not alone in feeling this way! Many of God's People have felt "unqualified" and even "unworthy"; and truth be told, we have learned that "We can do nothing apart from The VINE" (John 15:5); "We can do ALL things in Christ Jesus who strengthens us" (Philippians 4:13); and "NOTHING is Impossible with God". (Luke 1:37). I pray that the faith of His "holy remnant" will be unshakable no matter what may happen in the future. If you are like me, you too desire to go forth "unashamed of The Gospel of Jesus Christ" (Romans1:16). I wonder if I am currently being an influence as a "Servant of Christ" even when the world perceives me as a "Fool for Christ" rather than a "Herald of Truth"! I believe the key to being an "effective and influential" SERVANT and FOOL for Christ is when an individual "sees" and "hears" JESUS in The Body of Christ! As Father God has been "cleaning house(s)" (The Church and Government) the light of truth has shone brightly on corruption in both establishments. We must keep in mind that "judgement begins in The House of The Lord" (1 Peter 4:17). In saying this, folks are extremely cautious, suspicious and can "smell that something stinketh"! Many authentic believers and followers of Christ have been given great discernment on how current national and international affairs are unfolding in accordance to what Father God has ordained as The Alpha and Omega-- the beginning and the end!! Selah and amen!
I conclude with what The Word of God tells us about being "Servants" and "Fools" For Christ!
SERVANTS OF CHRIST:
In 1 Corinthians 4:1-5 Apostle Paul said, "So then, men ought to regard us as servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God. Now it is required of stewards that they be found faithful. I care very little, however, if I am judged by you or by any human court. In fact, I do not even judge myself. My conscience is clear, but that does not vindicate me. It is the Lord who judges me. Therefore judge nothing before the proper time; wait until the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of men’s hearts. At that time each will receive his praise from God".
In 1 Corinthians 4:1-5 Apostle Paul said, "So then, men ought to regard us as servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God. Now it is required of stewards that they be found faithful. I care very little, however, if I am judged by you or by any human court. In fact, I do not even judge myself. My conscience is clear, but that does not vindicate me. It is the Lord who judges me. Therefore judge nothing before the proper time; wait until the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of men’s hearts. At that time each will receive his praise from God".
FOOLS FOR CHRIST:
In 1 Corinthians 4:6-21, Apostle Paul says, "Brother, I have applied these things to myself and Apollos for your benefit, so that you may learn from us not to go beyond what is written. Then you will not take pride in one man over another. For who makes you so superior? What do you have that you did not receive? And if you did receive it, why do you boast as though you did not? Already you have all you want. Already you have become rich. Without us, you have become kings. How I wish you really were kings, so that we might be kings with you. For it seems to me that God has displayed us apostles at the end of the procession, like prisoners appointed for death. We have become a spectacle to the whole world, to angels as well as to men we are fools for Christ, but you are wise in Christ. We are weak, but you are strong. You are honored, but we are dishonored. To this very hour we are hungry and thirsty, we are poorly clad, we are brutally treated, we are homeless. We work hard with our own hands. When we are vilified, we bless; when we are persecuted, we endure it; when we are slandered, we answer gently. Up to this moment we have become the scum of the earth, the refuse of the world.
In 1 Corinthians 4:6-21, Apostle Paul says, "Brother, I have applied these things to myself and Apollos for your benefit, so that you may learn from us not to go beyond what is written. Then you will not take pride in one man over another. For who makes you so superior? What do you have that you did not receive? And if you did receive it, why do you boast as though you did not? Already you have all you want. Already you have become rich. Without us, you have become kings. How I wish you really were kings, so that we might be kings with you. For it seems to me that God has displayed us apostles at the end of the procession, like prisoners appointed for death. We have become a spectacle to the whole world, to angels as well as to men we are fools for Christ, but you are wise in Christ. We are weak, but you are strong. You are honored, but we are dishonored. To this very hour we are hungry and thirsty, we are poorly clad, we are brutally treated, we are homeless. We work hard with our own hands. When we are vilified, we bless; when we are persecuted, we endure it; when we are slandered, we answer gently. Up to this moment we have become the scum of the earth, the refuse of the world.
APOSTLE PAUL'S WARNING HIS CHILDREN (The converts to Christ Father God's used him (Paul) to disciple). (1 Corinthians 4:14-21) (Please read below):
Paul said, "I am not writing this to shame you, but to warn you as my beloved children. Even if you have ten thousand guardians in Christ, you do not have many fathers; for in Christ Jesus I became your father ("spiritual father") through the gospel. Therefore, I urge you to imitate me. That is why I have sent you Timothy, my beloved and faithful child in the Lord. He will remind you of my way of life in Christ Jesus,a which is exactly what I teach everywhere in every church. Some of you have become ARROGANT, as if I were not coming to you. But I will come to you shortly, if the Lord is willing, and then I will find out not only what these ARROGANT PEOPLE are saying, but what power they have. For the kingdom of God is not a matter of talk but of power. Which do you prefer? Shall I come to you with a rod, or in love and with a gentle spirit?"
❤️poPOSITION- READINESS-OBEDIENCE (Those that have ears Listen and MAY eyes be open to the truth in all that is currently happening in our nation with the transition of the incoming administration!) PRAY FOR DIVINE PROTECTED OVER DONALD TRUMP AND HIS FAMILY!!!
J. 01-12-17
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