As we reflect on Christ's command to be his witnesses, we must remember that we must start where we are. His focus of the mission began at HOME in Jerusalem and not to the uttermost parts of the earth. If we are to expand our influence and see God enlarge our territory, we must be aware that He expects us to start right where we are. If we are going to see financial increase, we must be faithful with where we are right now before expecting to see increase. If we want greater responsibility at work, we must make sure that we are faithful in the things already assigned to us.
Jerusalem represents that starting point that God will expand as we ask God to increase us while we remain faithful right where we are.
Thumbs up! Reminds me of "God's Word is a lamb unto MY feet...." --helping us individualy & corporately to deal with where we are & our issues within before His Word can "be a light unto our path" --guiding us in impacting others.
ReplyDeletesorry...that shouldve said "lamp" O:)
ReplyDeleteJerusalem-- Atlanta! Looking forward to making a difference here before we go to the utter most parts of the earth!!!!
ReplyDeleteI got a message and note today asking me if I would come speak to 100 pastor wives here in Atlanta. God is already saying speak life and witness to those in your Jerusalem!!!! God is faithful!!
Wow Sonia! - That is great. God is opening doors for increase already.
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