God is Not Practical

Dear Lord; Good morning Father!

During my morning web “stumbling” Lord, I came across a statement made on a blog site regarding missionary work that got the gears in my head spinning.  The phrase used was : “God is not practical.”.  In the context of the article it was contained in the statement wasn’t used in a derogatory fashion, it was simply used to illustrate that You call us to do things that may not be expedient, or what we would deem logical and productive.  Either way, it got me to thinking…

Am I allowing You to take me outside my “comfort zone” when You ask, or am I sometimes only serving You when it’s practical to do so?

Ouch… That’s a convicting question.  Yes, I’ve absolutely stretched my boundaries and grown in Faith but have I always done all I can?  If I’m brutally honest with myself the answer is a resounding no.  Have I taken every opportunity to share Your Message with others?  No.  Have I consistently followed the whispers You place in my heart, and dropped everything to accomplish Your Will?  No.  Have I faithfully followed Jesus’ example in every aspect of my daily life?  No.

Am I learning, growing and striving for transformation so that I may someday change those answers?  Yes.  🙂

I am a work in progress Father; A repentant child who looks to You for guidance, inspiration, understanding and mercy.  Please hear my prayer.

Heavenly Father, I pray that in Your Word and with Your Guidance I continue to grow in Your Kingdom.  Please lead me to bring Your Message to others, and to stray joyously out of the practical in Your Service.  Amen.

~Phather Phil