Life in the fast lane
March 28th, 2010 | filed under: Jesus talk | I’m still anxiously awaiting the day that I can relax knowing that I have nothing else that I should be doing. Sadly that hasn’t come yet. But enough of that–life is beautiful, still.Some of you know that I’m a big fan of John Piper. The way he teaches through the scriptures in wisdom is very encouraging and challenging. Today I read a blog post by him about his coming leave from all his current responsibilities because “a growing sense that my soul, my marriage, my family, and my ministry-pattern need a reality check from the Holy Spirit.” I’d recommend the read. It got me reflecting about my own life. I’ve been doing ‘alright’ in my walk with God, but not to a point that I see if fully guided by the Holy Spirit. There’s always so much that we need to let go of to experience the kingdom of God more.
“I know that in every city the Holy Spirit warns me that prison and hardships are facing me. However, I consider my life worth nothing to me, if only I may finish the race and complete the job the Lord Jesus has given me–the task of testifying to the gospel of God’s grace.”
This is one of my favorite verses in the Bible and goes along with what I’ve been thinking about. So many times things come up in our lives that take too much of a spotlight, pulling us away from what matters most.
The sermon today at Downtown church was about God’s pursuit of us, and our response to His pursuit. The response that was highlighted on was fasting. This, along with some other things that have been going on around campus have kinda brought to light the importance of fasting in my life. Whatever it is that you fast from, make sure that the space is filled with growth and time with God.
We’ll see where this goes. Grace, peace, and love be with you all.
~ Jon