Mark 16: 15 And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.
We are commanded to go into all the world and to preach the gospel. For many the world they are to teach are those in their immediate circle–family, friends, and co-workers. Some are to go as missionaries to foreign lands. Some are to teach in local churches. Others are preachers to lead the churches forward. Where is God calling you? Over the years I was called at times to teach only those who are in my immediate circle. For a time I was called to go into the jail to teach. Then, I was called to write the books I have written. With some fear and trepidation regarding my own inadequacies, I did as I was asked. Then I was asked to write this email and post the daily blogs to a website which is now being viewed worldwide. So often, I have awoke and prayed, "God, please give me some word for today. Take my life and search out, destroy the sins of this covetous heart that my testimony of you stand to show your Glory." Often, Satan presses in with words of discouragement and doubt because of my imperfections and inadequacies; but, God has been my power and strength as I must always keep my focus on Him. Today, I have a radio interview–so once more I am being asked to step out of a comfort zone. My desire is to lay aside all of who I am so that God might be glorified and God speak. I remember when God had told Moses to go and speak.
Exodus 4: 10 And Moses said unto the Lord, O my Lord, I am not eloquent, neither heretofore, nor since thou hast spoken unto thy servant: but I am slow of speech, and of a slow tongue.
11 And the Lord said unto him, Who hath made man’s mouth? or who maketh the dumb, or deaf, or the seeing, or the blind? have not I the Lord?
12 Now therefore go, and I will be with thy mouth, and teach thee what thou shalt say.
So, Lord be my mouth and teach me what to say. As I am called to step out into the water. The raging waters that surround me desire to pull my focus from you, so Lord let me be reminded to keep my focus upon You that I may walk on this water in Your strength and Your Voice; then let Your word go out to whomever you desire, that Your work be performed in their life.
Matthew 14: 29 And he said, Come. And when Peter was come down out of the ship, he walked on the water, to go to Jesus.
30 But when he saw the wind boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to sink, he cried, saying, Lord, save me.
31 And immediately Jesus stretched forth his hand, and caught him, and said unto him, O thou of little faith, wherefore didst thou doubt?
32 And when they were come into the ship, the wind ceased.
So dear friends, take a moment today and say a prayer for me today. Listen to this beautiful song Oceans (Where Feet May Fail) by Hillsong.
"Spirit lead me where my trust is without borders.
Let me walk upon the waters
Wherever you would call me.
Take me deeper than my feet could ever wander
And my faith will be made stronger
In the presence of my saviour.I will call upon your name
Keep my eyes above the waves
My soul will rest in your embrace
I am yours and you are mine"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-8mZpGj29qw