Most of us have heard the saying, but what does it mean to you? to me? to others? I sat here tonight wondering that very thought. Was I doing what God called His children to do? Am I being the hands and feet of Jesus or just idly sitting by as others around me answered His call?
I know many people who are active in the church and volunteer to help out whenever the church calls....don't get me wrong this is a wonderful thing. I'm just wondering if sometimes we hide in His house (because it's comfortable) rather than going out and being disciples; fisher's of men! God called us to be uncomfortable, to reach out and preach His word to the ends of the earth.
We all have gifts bestowed to us by our heavenly Father; all different, all equally important . We are to Stand in the Gap, be the bridge to Jesus for not only those that know Him but also to those who don't. God doesn't call the extraordinary, He calls the ordinary! Look at David, Ester, Mary, Ruth, and Noah. Ordinary, everyday people chosen to Stand in the Gap- filling the emptiness with the word and power of God's love and grace.
We are all His children, all given His love and amazing grace. Remember that Jesus died on the cross to pay the debt for our sins. He stood in the gap so we could be washed clean and someday have everlasting life in heaven.
It's as simple as a smile to a stranger, prayer for friends and strangers alike, offering to help carry someone's groceries, or paying it forward the next time you're in the drive thru at McD's! Are you ready to stand in the GAP??
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