Monday, March 17, 2008

Fearless-Factor - Proverbs 23:17

Are you afraid to be who you are in Christ? What is holding you back?

Christ is often times referred to as something we call on in difficult times. Christ is not a trinket, Christ is not some mystical power we call on in times of need. He is our Savior. He is something that you completely put on, not just a cross around your neck or the bumper sticker on the tailend of your car. This is Jesus Christ we are talking about. He is more than a concept. He is Truth and Life. When you accepted Jesus Christ in your heart you are asking him to change your lifestyle. But to change your lifestyle you need to leave the old stuff behind you. Is the desire for the old things or old habits in life enticing you? These are the very things holding you back.

The Fearless-Factor for today is Proverbs 23:17 "Do not let your heart envy sinners, but always be zealous for the fear of the LORD."

God has plans and purpose for you, but we need to be able to do the little things first, like be unafraid to speak His name in public and to friends and family, even to a stranger. Proverbs 23:18 continues on to say "There is surely a future hope in you and your hope will not be cut off. God wants to be your everything, but we can't allow the other things of this world hold us back from being all we can be in Christ.

Be Fearless and Quiet No More.

Your Brother in Christ,
Trey Ore

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