iCrucified

The crossroads of the Jesus journey… “Faith” and “Stretch.” This is a place we encounter over and over again as we avail ourselves to the One who desires to transform us into His image; or at least I do…find myself there. I so much believe in the kingdom of God and the resurrected life that I am completely consumed with thoughts of it. I believe that I can truthfully say, I am willing to give everything for it.

The work God has begun in my heart has “rippled” beyond me. A chain of events, a domino effect…was started through the working of the Spirit of Almighty God which will ultimately play out with me (and my family) square in the middle of God’s will and plan for our lives. I want to be in the story God is writing for me rather than attempt to author my own story…such that I think I could, that is.

I examine my heart and motive; I feel that they are pure…my sole desire is to be a faithful servant of the Most High God…Nothing more and nothing less; living for Him and to Him with all my heart, mind, soul, and strength. Amen

“…And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue His work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns.” (Philippians 1:6)

• “Sacrifice allows no unclean thing. It is the first fruits of all other actions.” Chrysostom
• “Our bodies are sacrifices because the flesh is put to death. They are living sacrifices, because the Spirit has given them life.” Luculentius

“Jesus valued God’s kingdom above all. Spirituality is about bearing fruit for God’s kingdom…bushels of fruit should be our spiritual goal.” Joshua Choonmin Kang