My heart is burdened today, by the thought of those not being reached. On Freedom in the Spirit, today, I posted a video of the song by Leeland- "Tears of the Saints". Perhaps I'm just emotional today, but I am so saddened by the thought of any being left behind. No, I am beyond saddened. I'm crying out to the Lord, let me lead them home! Use me to reach them, I pray with everything within me.
For God is my witness, how greatly I long for you all with the affection of Jesus Christ. And this I pray, that your love may abound still more and more in knowledge and all discernment, that you may approve the things that are excellent, that you may be sincere and without offense till the day of Christ, being filled with the fruits of righteousness which are by Jesus Christ, to the glory and praise of God. Philippians 1:8-11 NKJV
I guess perhaps today I just feel a sense of urgency. I have so many family members that are not believers, and I ache for them. How much more so, must our Father in Heaven ache for these prodigal sons? I ache too, for those that I don't know personally. How do I handle this, Lord? What more can I do? Use me, please! Show me what more I can do.
I have no cohesive thoughts today, only prayers. Serious groanings of the Spirit within me, only. Pray with me, would you?
Here is that video again, for those that would like to listen and view it.
May God's blessings be upon you today.
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MASS, sometimes the fruit we produce can only be seen by God until it blossoms and bursts forth from the vine. Be steady in your faith and keep sharing the Word and witnessing. We never know what seeds we are planting or what impact we are having many times - those are also the hardest times to remain steadfast and strong. This in itself is a witness that He is doing mighty things through you, because even when you are unsure that anyone is listening, it has not stopped you from proclaiming the Gospel in the hopes of reaching just one. I assure you we are listening and He is listening, and it is good. May God keep His Light visible through you for all to see. Love ya, MASS. :)
ReplyDeleteOkay, the comment crashed on me three times when I was trying to post it, so hopefully you won't have 3 identical comments from me, MASS LOL If you do, please feel free to delete any or all. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you for your words of encouragement Bev. They make me feel better. **hugs you back**
ReplyDeleteShalene,
ReplyDeleteI sit here in tears reading and watching to video.
My daughter is one of these prodigal daughters. My mother is one of these prodigal daughters.
My daughter still is out there. All I can do is cry for her and pray. And for my sister also. They, along with all the others, need our prayers. I pray for them. I for all the lost that got saved and are now out there away from the Lord.
I am posting this video to my blog also. Thank you for sharing your burden.
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Kimberly
Shalene:
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing this song. I simply love it.
The image that the lyrics "And all your children will stretch out their hands, and pick up the crippled man. Father we will lead them home." is very very touching indeed!
It touched me pretty deeply.