I was reading something today that hit home with me. Lysa TerKeurst posted about the betrayal of Peter. I will link her post here.
She says, "When my words, my thoughts, or my thoughtless actions don't honor Him, they betray the reality I know Him."How many times a day do I do just that?
I have been a believer for most of my life; however, many times I have turned my back on Jesus when it was fitting to deny him, when the people in my life didn't believe as I do, or when I was too selfish to give up the darkness in my life. For the past few months I have been working hard to learn and study the word like never before. I am only a few miles into a journey that will last a lifetime. One thing I have learned is that I am not perfect in my belief, nor will I ever be. I am often content with sitting back and keeping my mouth shut for fear of offending others. My recent study has taught me that I will offend many, but only because they do not live by the light in which I live. That is not to say I am any better than they are; however, that is to say that I have more people who I need to pray for.
How many more times will I betray Him, turn my back on Him, and deny His name?
I am standing up for my faith, and I am calling for my fellow believers to stand with me. Let's show God just how much we worship Him and follow Him. I ask that you all join me in fellowship and in prayer for those who sin and fall short of his glory on a daily basis. Heavens knows I am willing to admit that I do that.
How has your faith brought you through a tough time in your life? I would love to hear your testimony.
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