As
with most things I've done in life, I do “just do it.” I know
it's the Nike ad campaign, but it's how I approach life. When a new
hobby or interest comes a long I, jump in with both feet. Since I
can't move as well a I would like, most of my hobbies I do at home.
Most are musical (other than this) and most require practice. I
suppose that is really how our Christian life is, we are to jump in
with both feet and be immersed in God and practice. And since He wants all of our heart, soul, mind and spirit, I suppose He wants my hobbies
too—to use as it pleases Him.
We
can use or miss use just about everything in life. And I think I've done
plenty of both. I have a tendency to do everything I do with all my
heart. I don't think that's a bad thing, yet, it means I overlook one
goal to pursue another. I would rather spend most of my time with
Jesus in listing to Him while exploring His creation than say doing
dishes or painting the house. I would rather read my bible than watch
another mindless TV show. I would rather use the rest of my life
serving Him in His purpose of spreading the Gospel around the earth
(so we can get outta here),
than working on my car as it breaks down again. Yet, while I can and
do those things, I suppose the best thing I can do is to live out my
faith in front of my family now. For there will still be time for
more adventures in life and serving Christ means serving Him in the
place He has placed us. So for now I'll keep doing the dishes. And,
yes I'll keep painting the house and working on old broken cars. Even
if it hurts too much, I'll keep doing what I do till I can't. And
then, I know my Lord will provide help in ways I can't fathom. For
our God is like that. He does the impossible.
Oh
yeah and remember this, serving others is the best way to take care
of yourself.
Sitting down, Jesus called the Twelve and said,“Anyone who wants to be first must be the very last, and the servant of all.””
Mark
9:33-35 NIV
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