“The thief’s purpose is to steal and kill and
destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life.” (John 10:10 NLT)
In our world, there is a
great argument over the understanding of the need of religion in the role of
modern society. Our televisions display picture after picture of what they
identify as “religious extremists.” This has caused many people to decry
religion and remove it from the public spectrum. As a follower of Jesus, you
have not been called to argue the need for or against religion. Instead, you
are directed to enter into relationships with all different types of people so
that you may use your spiritual influence to point them to Christ. Jesus said
that the enemy’s purpose is to steal, kill, and destroy; but his purpose was to
give life. This is the greatest news that we, as his followers, could ever
share. God doesn’t need you holding a sign up in front of a public building. He
does need you to be in relationships where you have spiritual influence and can
share the message of life that is found in following him.
IronMaker’s
Daily Challenge: I want you to get out your phone and call or
text someone close to you and thank them for being in a relationship with you.
You will be surprised that this simple act will deepen your connection to each
other.
Prayer:
Lord, thank you for a satisfying life filled with relationships. I ask
you to use me to show others the way to have a relationship with you today.
John
Branning
Lead Pastor,
Central United Methodist Church
Chaplain
(MAJ) 185th Theater Aviation Brigade
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