Greetings Prayer Warriors,
Powerlessness. We have all felt it. Especially within our families. That sense of wanting to do something, but not knowing what to do. The situations are numerous, but the feelings are the same.
However, we are not as powerless as we think. Through our baptism, we have been commissioned as Christians to pray for and serve the body of Christ, especially our families. Through our confirmation, we were given spiritual gifts, to be used for the building up of His church. As St. Paul so boldly states:
For this reason, I remind you to stir into flame the gift of God that you have through the imposition of my hands. For God did not give us a spirit of cowardice but rather of power and love and self-control. So do not be ashamed of your testimony to our Lord, nor of me, a prisoner for his sake; but bear your share of hardship for the gospel with the strength that comes from God. He saved us and called us to a holy life, not according to our works but according to his own design and the grace bestowed on us in Christ Jesus before time began. 2 Timothy:6-9
The Lord empowers us to use our gifts, as He is the vine, we are the branches. We can do nothing outside of Him, but connected to Him, we can do much! We can start by speaking the Word of Truth to others. People innately have a longing, they don’t always realize it’s for the Lord. We must embody Him to others in word and deed, helping the lost to find Truth (and Love and Mercy, and Compassion…) especially our family members.
There are different kinds of spiritual gifts but the same Spirit; there are different forms of service but the same Lord; there are different workings but the same God who produces all of them in everyone. To each individual the manifestation of the Spirit is given for some benefit. 1 Corinthians 12:4-7
Don’t be afraid to use your gifts. And pray. Always pray!
I can do all things through Him who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13
Peace, Joy, and Love,
Janet
Embody Love. It’s the perfect start. Pass it on!
