For the one whom God has sent speaks the words of God, for God[i] gives the Spirit without limit.
John 3:34
Today’s reading is a reiteration of John the Baptist’s assertion that Jesus is the One. “He’s it. He’s the real deal.” John tells his followers and anyone happening to pass by.
What I love about this passage is the consistency and the pure passion you feel as you read John’s words,
“The bride belongs to the bridegroom. The friend who attends the bridegroom waits and listens for him, and is full of joy when he hears the bridegroom’s voice. That joy is mine, and it is now complete.” (John 3:29)
John understands his role. He also understands that his role in the beautiful story is an important piece – that because he accepted his role from God, God was able to use him.
Each of us has an important role to play in the Body of Christ – in the story of the salvation of the world. Each of us is being called not only to serve God with the skills and gifts He has blessed us with, but also to serve those He has placed in our lives. We are called to show and to share love on behalf of Him. This calling may seem overwhelming, as I am sure John the Baptist’s call felt to him at times, but we are assured that God will give us everything we need when we act as an intercessor for Him.
God gives the Spirit without limit.When we are going out, into the world to do God’s will there are no limits to what God can and will do through us. The Holy Spirit gives us power in everything we do and we have the opportunity to step out in that power.
When we follow God’s will and fulfill our role in the Body of Christ; when we work for God, we will feel what John felt, “That joy is mine, and it is now complete.”
Doing God-work is good work. There aren’t many other jobs on this planet that do not have limits.
Enjoy the role God has created for you – because when you fulfill that role you will find your joy.
Scripture of the Day
Quote of the Day
“God places the heaviest burden on those who can carry its weight.”
Reggie White
Question of the Day
What do you think God is calling you to do in the Body of Christ on His behalf?
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