In the book of Matthew, it tells us that the end of the age will come like a thief in the night. (Matthew 24: 42-44) “Am I ready for God to receive me?” Perhaps we may say “God, You take complete control of my life” but yet we do not allow God to touch our great amount of leisure time like hooking on to the net to chat, spending huge amount of time on computer games or television while actually the time can be spent fruitfully studying the bible or sharing the gospel with a friend.
We live in this world, and many a times we let situations overcome us that God no longer seems to be in our lives. Whether are we studying or working, we naturally want to be successful in the things we do. However, when we become so successful in our studies and work, when God calls upon us to do other works, are we ready to give up?
To some, giving up materially may be easy but when it comes to give up time and bad habits, it is very tough. However, let us offer ourselves to God. For someone who would die to save us from the bondage of sins, how much more will He do for us if we give ourselves wholly to Him. Giving up our bad habits allows God to implant good and new habits in our lives, that we may bear characteristics of Christ likeness.
A servant cannot serve two masters. Neither can we serve God and the world at the same time. Hence, if we truly love God, our focus should not be on the things of the world. Yes, we should continue to work hard but not for the world but for God. God puts us in service to Him so that His kingdom may be expanded. We are not just students nor just working young adults but we are also servants of God, called to be a light in the darkness, to reach out. Therefore, we ought to obey what He has planned for us.
Let us be ever ready to offer ourselves wholly unto Him, giving up our own desires, trusting in Him that He has got much better things for us. Let us not put our focus unto things of the world, but onto the living God. Let us follow the way of Apostle Peter, who gave up all the fishes he caught and followed after Jesus.
Look forward to!:
Let Brother Bernard know if ure going so that we can cater for transport (one way only!) by THIS Saturday! Don't deny the power of prayer! If your friends are interested to come as well, do let us know! 31st May, History Making Day.
This Week @ Detonate:
There will be NO service in Detonate this Saturday. Instead, we will be heading down to Grace II Assembly of God Church at Bukit Batok. Please meet6.15pm @ Bukit Batok Mrt Station Control. Any issues, please feel free to contact Brother Eric.