Wonder

Ministry and serving is a gift of His grace, but it took a while for me to accept this truth into my heart. Many times I would do things halfheartedly or reluctantly because of how inconvenient or mundane it was; however, I'm always humbled by Jesus and what He did on the cross because his attitude definitely did not match mine. The love and joy for His father surpassed all that He went through, and He did it with such a willing and genuine heart.

Philippians 3:8 - "More than that, I count all things to be loss in view of the surpassing value of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and count them but rubbish so that I may gain Christ."

Revelation 1

17 When I saw him, I fell at his feet as though dead. Then he placed his right hand on me and said: “Do not be afraid. I am the First and the Last.

The several chapters preceding the one above illustrate John's vision of Christ, and verse 17 describes John's response to what he sees. One of my prayers has been to imitate John in his response to the vision, but to be like him in everyday situations and circumstances. My desire is to constantly strive to be in awe of the Lord no matter what my circumstances are, for He is far more worthy and deserving of such praise than anything that can happen to me or any emotion I may feel.

Lord, thank you for your son Jesus Christ. Let me never lose my awe and wonder of Him. In response to your amazing love for me, allow me to always have such genuine joy in loving and serving you. Thank you for the gift of ministry you have placed me in. I ask for more of you and your wisdom to guide and use me.