2022 Part 2 Challenge
So I want to do something a little different. Today I have a challenge, something for you, the reader, to take with you to put your faith into action.
There is no simple way to put this, but today we need to talk about the BIG elephant in the room! Today people have more information at their fingertips than at any time in human history. However, with the world asking for what is going on, we are not stepping up. Instead of listening and giving advice when necessary, we are keeping our distance when we should be investing more into those around us. God’s word tells us we need to listen to advice, Proverbs 12:15 “The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to advice.” Yet, God’s word tells us to help those around us by giving advice, Proverbs 12:18 “There is one whose rash words are like sword thrusts, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.” I bring this up, so that lives and see how we are doing. In the second half of this year, my challenge to you is to listen more and when presented with the opportunity to help, give advice. However, our actions need to be more than just listening and sharing of advice, but also being more involved with the people around us. Paul states in 1 Thessalonians 5:15-18 “15 See that no one repays anyone evil for evil, but always seek to do good to one another and to everyone. 16 Rejoice always, 17 pray without ceasing, 18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” So as we move into the second part of 2022, let us recognize the real application of God’s word in our life right now. So if someone wants to give you advice, listen to it. If you see the chance to give advice, give! If you see the chance to do good and pray for those around you, do just that. Finally, I would love to know how this challenge goes, remember you can reach us on our contact page. If you have a story of how God was able to use you or you learned something we want to know!
Hold until relieved, our Blessed Hope is coming,
JL