". . .my pastor was preaching messages from 1 Timothy that challenged me to re-examine my sense of calling and commit myself to more regular prayer (among other Spiritual exercises) and rising to the call of manly leadership in the church and my family.
"Another important Ligon Duncan's message at the Philadelphia Conference on Reformed Theology (PCRT) in Sacramento, CA moved me to ask what I was really doing for Christ. What talents, what training, what skills have I learned in my years have I and can I use for God's glory?"
Over three years ago, I wrote those words to give reason for writing in this blog. So, how have I done?
I have not improved in my prayer life. Wow, I can't believe I haven't done such a simple thing. But, then, God has been gracious to have more consistent Bible reading/listening most mornings. I have been listening to a daily ESV podcast, and read along in my Bible. I still have to drag my mind back to this task, but praise God for the building of this morning ritual in my life. I have been having pretty regular devotions with my sons, and will be taking up devotions with not only the older boys, but the younger ones also. My wife and I are more close, but we need to do better to have more devotional time together. Each of us are working to be spiritual leaders to our children, but often times we succumb to the pressures of trying to get people to do their school work or chores.
God has been good to allow me to play guitar for the nursery, and I am being examined for the possibility of being a deacon. Am I using my talents, training and treasure for God's glory. I hope so, but I still am fighting what I want to do and what God, through the church and my leaders, is giving me to do.
I hope this encourages others to learn to wait upon God, be honest with your failings, but persevere to keep on serving God better and more.
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