May 26, 2006

 

Do not be slothful in zeal, be fervent in spirit, serve the Lord. Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.

 

--Romans 12:11-12

 

Authentic Christians don’t lag behind when it comes to service for the Lord Jesus Christ. They lead the way, taking care of God’s business!

 

I believe there ought to be a sense of urgency, a sense of intensity, and a passion for spiritual ministry. And certainly there is no room for laziness; there is no room for lukewarmness when it comes to serving the Lord Jesus Christ.

 

Ecclesiastes 9:10 says, “Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with your might.” If it’s worthy to do, then it’s worthy to do with all of your might.

 

Ephesians 5:16 says that we are to make “the best use of the time, because the days are evil.” Friend, we’re to turn it up a notch or two in these evil days, and redouble and triple our efforts. Not our self-efforts, but our spiritually energized efforts in the work of the Lord Jesus Christ!

 

Let me ask you a question today: Are you working hard in the service of Jesus Christ? Or are you hardly working? 

 

Don’t be like so many Christians who are rusting out instead of wearing out in serving the Lord Jesus Christ!

 

IF IT’S WORTHY TO DO, THEN IT’S WORTHY TO DO WITH ALL OF YOUR MIGHT.