Pastor Jay talked today about Matthew 28:16-20. This is a familiar passage called the Great Commission, in which Christ tells his disciples to go out and make disciples for him. That is the one purpose, the one goal of the church, and the purpose of all of the members of the body. Even though it is difficult to see or understand the point of me being in Rock Hill this year, I know that the purpose is to make disciples. So difficult to focus on that sometimes, but that does not change the truth of the matter.
It has been easy for me to focus on my dissatisfaction with my job or how much I miss Jonathan, and while those are both true and reasonable emotions, it is not wise to let my emotions dictate my actions. I learned this lesson last semester when there were times I allowed my emotions to consume me. Then, when I decided to just stop thinking about the sermon, Jonathan asked me if I had been meditating on it, which of course brought it to mind again. So, all of that was a well-needed kick in the pants to push me beyond the boundaries of selfish thinking this morning.
God is so gracious. Even in considering how I can fulfill that commission I was quickly becoming discouraged that no matter how much time and effort I put into my job, I still seem to make little impact on my students for eternity. While I was still thinking these thoughts, Gretta started chatting with me online and reminded me how much we often don't see the results of our labor on earth. This sweet sister was such a blessing to me, encouraging me and motivating me to keep pushing forward. I thank God for friendships like the one He has blessed me with in her.
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