Paul makes this statement in 1 Corinthians 15:10, "I am what I am..." in reference to his being an apostle. He is struggling with the fact that he is leading a movement that he used to be adamently against. In other words, he is having a hard time being confident in his ability to lead because his history speaks out against him.
Maybe you're parenting some teenagers right now and they are dabbling in some things that you don't want them to touch but you're afraid to say something because you did it when you were their age...
You might be having to hold someone accountable at work for the mistakes they're making when everyone knows that when you were in that position you made some of the same mistakes...
It could be that you're a highschool student and you're struggling with the fact that last year you were accepted and cool. But now that you've given your life to Christ and you're trying to live for Him people aren't sure what to make of you...
It would help us to take a little dose of whatever Paul was taking. We are what we are!
Parent, you're not a kid making those mistakes anymore, you're a parent. Sure, you're not perfect, but you're the only parent your kids will ever have. If you don't stand up for what's right no one else is swooping in for the second shift.
If you're the boss, then lead like it. If you got saved, then walk in it. We are what we are and it doesn't do anyone any good for us to tuck our heads and pretend that we aren't. If God has placed you in a position of influence then use it to His fullest glory. God's got your history under control, just like your future!
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
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3 comments:
This is a GREAT post. Love it. Gave me goosies....
You captured the thoughts that I have had many time through the years as we raised our children. Thanks for the reminder!
Reminds me of Popeye - "I yam what I yam and that's all that I yam... yugk, yugk, yugk!" :)
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