The Tent: A safe place for shepherds to reflect together
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Matthew Blanchard
Joined: 03 Mar 2012 Posts: 7
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Posted: Wed Apr 18, 2012 8:18 am Post subject: Rivers of Living Water |
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Dr. Laniak writes "ultimately God's purpose is to bless others through us." I am reminded of John 7:38 "out of his heart will flow rivers of living water" (ESV) -- am I refreshing others, am I spiritually productive? I am in a battle with selfishness and right now it is getting the upper hand. I often feel that my family takes me for granted -- I clean up around the house, I organize our financials, I take care of morning duties, .... while others neglect things.
Self-centeredness enslaves me. I want to gain knowledge so others will be impressed by me, I want the pulpit so I can impress, I worship my time and try to prevent/avoid interruptions, I want to work in ministry but I want to be financially secure, and I want to sacrifice when it is convient for me. Father God how do you break the chains of selfishness? Do I really mean it when I ask you to? How do I change when all I have ever known is selfish? |
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