Thursday, January 29, 2009

We Are Not Home Yet

Tuesday night we went to a TV taping of Max Lucado's Easter Special "His Name Is Jesus" with Steven Curtis Chapman and Mandisa. I love the way Max can paint a picture with words and to hear him tell his version of the Easter story was amazing. We went to the taping of the Casting Crowns Christmas special with Max Lucado in October and it was pretty incredible as well.
Tuesday night there was an interview portion where Max talked to Steven about his family. SCC told about his struggle with the loss of his 5 year old daughter Maria. His testimony is such an inspiration to me and I pray that his story will give hope to many people who watch that broadcast. It reminded me that I am not guaranteed my next breath which is a blessing because this isn't our home and I can't wait to meet my Savior but it is a little scary because I wonder...have I been a vessel allowing Jesus to shine through me in every opportunity? have I spoken words of peace, love, and hope to people I come in contact with everyday? have I shared the Good News that has given me hope with everyone I possibly can? have I lived a life that is pleasing to my Father? will He say 'well done' when I breathe my last breath? I know I haven't done my best and that frustrates and disappoints me, but I know that He has enough grace and mercy to cover me everyday and my gratefulness for His goodness makes me strive to bring Him glory.



James 1:22 " Do not merely listen to the Word, and so deceive yourselves. DO WHAT IT SAYS."

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