At the end of the day, any day, I sometimes wonder how many of us reflect on what we may have done that day to support a theory, a hypothesis, or a professed belief that we are men or women of God. I’m talking about serious reflection with A definite yes or no answer to the question, “Was this a good day for me in the eyes of the Lord?” At times, speaking for myself, it’s not until I’m face down in prayer that I realize just how insulting I must have been to God on that day; I mean petty, egotistical, maybe even condescending to others. On that day, the thought of being an active, giving, loving Christian may never have entered into a n y decision I made or any act I performed. It was only at the end of that day that I realized, as far as the Lord was concerned, that this was a wasted day. Have you ever realized something similar as you say your evening prayers? I’m realizing that this is THE question to ask oneself on a daily, if not hourly, basis if walking the walk of faith is an issue with you. For the record, I’m not talking about going to church on Sunday faith walking. I’m talking about how anyone else sees Jesus in me, kind of walking. Understanding and, hopefully, spiritual perspective allows me to think that we are all God has. I mean, you’re it! I’m it! God’s grace and mercy are meant for us.
Through us, the life of Christ Jesus will be fulfilled. We, who call ourselves Christians, have a covenant to keep. It involves a whole hell of a lot more than going to church on Sunday morning. I know I’m preaching to the choir, but when the lights go out at night, have you accomplished anything that resembles service to God, or have we merely gone through the motions of life on automatic pilot? That’s what I’m referring to when I speak of being face down in prayer to the Almighty after “dem” days that I could barely get through. The thank you and the praise for being protected on that day flow like fine wine, but I haven’t done anything on the day that deserves God’s blessings. That’s when this question comes to mind, and I think I know who’s asking it.“what have you done for me lately?” or “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.” Matthew 5:16. I’m sure you, like me, understand the words. This is not confusing. Rather, it is as simple as faith itself. Belief in God is a verb. Forget what people say. Let’s look at what they do. From a divine perspective, let’s take a look at their heart. When you pray, after all, isn’t that where God is? The habit I’m trying to establish is to ask myself the question of work during the day when I have the chance to make a difference rather than at night when it’s too late. It’s a chilling thought, or should I say burning thought, to realize while in prayer you ain’t got a leg to stand on.
A certain fear factor comes into play when you think through all of the things God could do to an undeserving person like you. Yet He still shows us blessings…food…health…shelter…people who love us…friends…family…life. I’m reminded of Isaiah 6:8.“Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying:‘Whom shall I send and who will go for us.’ Then I said, “Here am I! Send me.” Some of us don’t need the hot coal on our lips to know what’s expected. Some of us need much more to get the message. Again, at the end of the day, I recognize that I’m all God has to work with. As I said, I’m trying to, in all humility, let God know I tried this day and hope it’s acceptable to Him. After a while, I’m sure “oops, I forgot” even gets old to God.
May God bless and keep you always.