Surrendering all? It comes in the form of a question because the thought is frightening. It is really what I want and what is the trend out there, and not for anyone to decide for me. Unless I meet up on some barrier on the way, then I may decide to get some advice or help.
In light of this, what kind of surrendering are we referring to? It is surrendering our life, our all… and everything to God. And in the scheme of things who are most guilty of not embracing this frightening requirement? Christians are. And why? Because we sing it, we tell others about it and we hear it more than anyone else. So there is an awesome responsibilty on us as Christians… To whom much is given, much is expected.
We try to reassure ourselves about this surrendering thing, but it is so hard, we are just not there yet. It is so because the road God is pointing us to is never one that is popular and will not be embraced by our friends parents, children, associates and even our own brothers and sisters in Christ. The journey you are about to embark on is not always clear, as you are not sure where it is going to take you. You will even encounter struggles on the way. But if you are steadfast and obedient, accepting it by faith, the end result will be more than you could ever ask for. Abraham never knew where his journey would take him, but he trusted God and took his journey by faith.
On the other hand, you go ahead and make your own choice, own decision, and everyone is happy. They will say: “This is the path you are taking?… I think it is a great idea, and you have my full support all the way!” “I know you can do it; just remain positive.” Here we go again: Positive thinking… Not faith! Perhaps this may just work well for for you for a while, but many times what the world embraces often leaves us unfulfilled, unhappy and stressed out. Then you end up having to make another attempt, and hopefully with God as part of the plan this time around. Otherwise you end up in circles; around and around and around again. No resting place.
We have seen it all the time. Those who start out on the lonely road, those who are isolated for their choice… those who make decisions that are unpopular are vindicated in the end. And the book of wisdom teaches us: “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths” – Proverbs 3:5-6. (KJV).
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