To tell you the truth, it's hard to find someone who likes to wait,
especially in a world where the word "hectic" has begun to quantify the
norm. Instant gratification has made the word "wait" a word of the past,
which truly isn't in our best interest!
Impatience is one of our
worst enemies. It has caused many blunders and heartaches, as well as
much loneliness. Impatience is a sign that we want to be in control, and
things aren't happening the way we want them to. But maybe, just maybe,
this world is not about us, but about others as well!
May we all
learn to wait on the Lord. There is beauty in waiting, especially if our
heart is right. Waiting on the Lord is a sign that we trust God and that
we have confidence that He will come through for us in the best possible
way. It isn't about just fulfilling our wants and desires!
Christians at the University of Auckland aren't always well-liked.
Witnessing is usually received with as much enthusiasm as a cold shower.
"We live in a modern world man. Wake up!" I wonder, however, just who it
is who needs to wake up!
These Christians aren't easily
discouraged. They know they can rely on God, and thus, they waited for
His guidance. And their wait was rewarded. Easter 2012 was going to be
their opportunity to make a difference. A way-outside-the-box idea
sprang out during prayer: Let's have an "egg a Christian" celebration
for Easter! That would sure attract a crowd on campus!
And
attract a crowd it did, for even the media broadcasted this special
event. There was one tiny catch, though. Anyone who wished to throw an
egg at a Christian would have to be willing to listen to that Christian
explain the meaning of Easter and Christ's resurrection. All of it free
of charge. One egg per person. Thus the "eggs" of Easter became an
opportunity for them to share the real meaning behind Easter: Having an
intimate relationship with God!
Patience produces results that
will last for eternity!
What will you do this Easter?
Rob
Chaffart
The Bumpy Ride
Today's Bible Verse:
"The Lord God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in
trouble." (Psalm 46:1)
The Bumpy Ride
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Happy Easter to all of you. May we wait upon the Lord. He is our guide in all things and He sure cares for each one of us!
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