Oswald Chambers has always been one of my most favorite authors. In all actuality, I’ve only read his Utmost For His Highest daily devotional. God has used this man’s words in my life probably more than any other. I say that because I began using this devotional when I was a teenager, and now, a few years later to say the least, I’m still gleaning from Mr. Chamber’s walk with God.
June 21st Oswald basically says:” Launch out in reckless belief that the Redemption is complete, and then bother no more about yourself, but begin to do as Jesus Christ said – pray for the friend who comes to you at midnight, pray for the saints, pray for all men. Pray on the realization that you are only perfect in Christ Jesus, not on this plea – ‘O Lord, I have done my best, please hear me.’” You can check it out yourself at: http://www.myutmost.org/06/0621.html
I don’t know about you, but I find that I do tend to fret over questions which are good, right, and wholesome (or so I think). Questions like: “Is this God’s Will?” “Am I making the right decision?” “Is this where God is leading?” Sometimes it can be a bit overdone, and trusting that the Holy Spirit is guiding can be brought into great question.
Isn’t that silly! If we are being led by the Lord are confident in His voice, His guidance, and our walk; then there should be no worry. (Preaching to myself).
I was taught to ask a few questions many years ago which included: “Is this sinful?” “Have I prayed about this, and has God shown me enough to believe He is in this?” If so, then no more worry, fret, or doubt. Go for it, and trust that He will work out all the details.
Philippians 4:7-8 speak directly to this completely. Reading God’s Word is a breeze, believing and applying now that’s the tricky part.
Keep praying, believing, and applying.
Pastor Daniel
