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Yet, ironically, in that surrender of priestly oblation to slavedom we find freedom, for such service matches our souls - the persons we are created to be. Our True Self arises from such submission to duty, freely accepted in our confession and baptism. To say "Christian" and "slave of Christ" is to say the same reality.
I confess, I have too often complained about burdens of service placed on me. Like the mother in the story above, I have fussed too much about particular challenges of my calling.
The Scripture and story today remind us of the dutiful lives we are to lead. Spirit never places upon us too much responsibility. The service at times can be challenging, and may at times be heartbreaking. But we can rejoice in Service, as long as we recall Whom we serve, and offer our gifts and time kindly and graciously to the honor of Christ and in pure Love for others.
Quietly Responding
1. Are you fussing too much about the duties given you to honor Christ through? If so, please pray for a spirit of joy and honor in such service.
2. Do you recall a time when much was placed on you in service to Christ, yet, you felt fulfillment and meaning that made the sacrifices all worthwhile for you?
3. Is God calling you to serve in some way, and you are not saying "Yes," for you think it is too demanding? Reconsider that prayerfully, today.
Blessings! In Christ!
Rev Dr Brian K Wilcox
June 28, 2009
barukhattah@embarqmail.com
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*OneLife Ministries is a ministry of Brian K. Wilcox, of SW Florida. Brian lives a vowed life and with his two dogs, Bandit Ty and St. Francis. Brian is an ecumenical-interspiritual leader, open to how Christ manifests in the diversity of Christian denominations and varied religious-spiritual traditions. He is Senior Chaplain for the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office, Punta Gorda, FL.
*Brian welcomes responses to his writings or submission of prayer requests at barukhattah@embarqmail.com . Also, Brian is on Facebook: search Brian Kenneth Wilcox.
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