Oswald Chambers asks, “Are you more devoted to your idea of what Jesus wants than to Himself?”
I read that and realized sadly, too often I want to follow what I think Jesus wants in my life. Rather, I need to spend my energy and time following HIM and getting to know HIM.
Take the time to read the article and be blessed. Let me know what you think of it. Is it something you see becoming more and more prevalent?
Amen! Wow, that sums it up well. We've had several discussion with people, trying to express this concept, but almost always ending up expressing it wrong, and being misunderstood.
ReplyDeleteOur lives aren't meant to be about pleasing God or serving God, but just about letting His life flow through us... which results in God being pleased and served.