And don’t think it’s just dramatic people who are part of the crew. Nope, there are very non-emotive people who internally deal with this stuff too. Annnnnnd if I’m quite honest, there are more than just girls who stand on life’s edges saying things like, Goodbye cruel world, goodbye…
Jeremiah was a prophet back in the day who I empathetically connect with. His nickname given by theologians was Jeremiah the Weeping Prophet because he cried—correction—he wept over the state of his countrymen and the sin entrapping his world. He felt alone, ignored, and ostracized by those around him, but worst of all he had moments of inadequacy.
We all do. At one point or another, whether in ministry or domesticity, we stand on life’s ledge and think to ourselves, I just can’t do this anymore. I can’t go on. Jeremiah was fortunate enough to have God Almighty share a word of encouragement with him, but what about us of today? Has the AllOrNothingCrew gotten a spoken word from God?
Yes, yes we have.
Paul wrote to the Thessalonian church a word of encouragement that is applicable for us today! When I read it yesterday, I immediately wanted to share it with you. Why? Because I know I’m not the only ledge walker out there and sometimes we need a voice to pull us off the ledge and assure us it’s going to be alright. Because really, it’s going to be alright.
The one who calls you is faithful, He will do it. 1 Thessalonians 5:24
What are you being called to? What are you being called from? Don’t worry! He who has called you will do it. 🙂 All in favor say aye…
AYE!! Thanks for the scripture. I was asking God for direction. Funny cause last night i asked my husband if we could just run away and move.. Drop off the face of the earth kinda thing.. That's where we're at… we just wanna be done with it and move forward. Pray for us. Thanks
Amen, amen, amen! Lately, when I look at what lies ahead, I feel overcome with inadequacy. And the truth is I AM inadequate for these things, but I am called. So yes, HE will do it. He is faithful to carry out His work in me.
P.S. Are there still spots for your Tues night gig? My friend and I wanted to come but haven't bought tickets yet. I'm cheif procrastinator!
AYE!!!!
AYE! From a fellow ledge jumper and friend! All I can say is that our lives are living proof of this. Its a tough gig being called, but its even tougher not allowing HIM to DO WORK! (shoot i just proof read and checked my punctuation on this!)
aye! Thanks for the encouraging words!!
Aye!
Aye.
I needed to hear this. I think the entire body of Christ needed to hear this. Everyone has been putting out the same message today: God is faithful, dream the impossible, trust God to finish what He has started! It's all so encouraging. I'm being called to walk into all of the things that God has promised me this year so He can move me on to bigger dreams 😀
Aye! Pray for me. I'm diving in!
Aye! Yesterday my friend who is 36 weeks pregnant called me to ask if I could lead our women's small group. The only thing is that she didn't give me even a 24 hour notice and the group discussions take place in Spanish. Thank you for sharing this verse with us. It's very encouraging to know that He will do it. He is faithful.
Aye! We are praying and cheering for you. Don't forget to wear waterproof mascara… just in case 😉
Also, Bianca how can we watch it online? I am not ready to lead a small group but would love to keep up with the series.
Hugs,
Beatriz
Aye! Thanks for seeing the value of online ministry. Praying God uses this blog in radical ways.
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