He Did The Difficult Things

Excerpts from Jesus – CEO. Strength of Self-Mastery -1

3.  He Did the Difficult Things –

Of all of the difficult things that leaders encounter, one of the most difficult positions a leader may take is one that causes him to stand all alone.  No one likes feeling like his decision has put everyone in opposition to his leadership. However, “Doing the difficult thing means not letting public opinion sway you from what God, your heart or your spirit is telling you” (Jones).  Jesus, who is our perfect example, said “no” on several occasions.  Let’s take a look at those occasions.

The Fire Of The Holy Ghost

The Fire of the Holy Ghost!

"I’ve got a joy down in my soul that the world can’t take away.  I’ve got a feeling of expectation of the glorious rapture day.  I’m just so excited about the coming my Lord. So I’m getting ready, sanctified, and all dressed up for that great wedding day"
(Lyrics by Orean Cosby, 1985).

Yes, that great wedding day when Christ (the bridegroom) returns for His bride (the church).  Will you be ready?

One thing is for sure, if we are to be ready, the saints everywhere need to be revived and set on fire for the Lord.  The ole’ church saints use to sing the song – “I wish somebody would – catch on fire, catch on fire and burn with the Holy Ghost”.

The Body Of Christ

The other day, I was listening to a Christian radio station and these words caught my attention. “If we are the body, why aren’t His arms reaching? Why aren’t His hands healing?” Why aren’t His words teaching?” My goodness, my ears perked up then and I began listening even harder. The song went to say: “If we are the body, why aren’t His feet going, why is His love not showing there is a way/”

These words peirced my heart and I began to wonder for myself. Am I doing all that I can, as a part of the Body, to fulfill my function? My friends, it is not to be left up to the preacher in the pulpit or the evangelist that comes through from time to time to utilize these functions. It is for every believer who has become a part of the Body of Christ. We all have a part to play. The question for today is – How are you fulfilling your function as a part of the Body of Christ?

 

Are your arms reaching out to some lost soul?

Are your hands touching someone’s life for healing and restoration?

Are you allowing the Words of Christ that dwell richly in you to speak out to others to teach them that Christ is the way?