Reading:
Revelation 3: 14-22
“I wish that you were either cold or hot. So, because you are lukewarm,
… I am about to spit you out of my mouth.”
Tepid—indifferent—couldn’t care less—unenthusiastic—perfunctory. All
of these adjectives for lukewarm can easily be applied to various chores I’d
like to avoid but need to take responsibility for. And they will get done
eventually and most likely half-heartedly.
Unless, I’m preparing for a special occasion, or friends or family
dropping by, and then suddenly I’m humming as I work or happily energetic.
Suddenly it’s not a task motive—but a heart one.
Likewise we can become so used to using our gifts and talents in
particular ministries that we think we have it all under control, when instead
we’re working by rote. Not realizing that our actions have become external
habits instead of internal heart compassion. We’re more focused on the tasks to
be completed that the purpose behind them.
And we become extremely offended if anyone should question us. Even
when the Spirit tries to intercede and nudges us into paying attention that
we’ve gotten off course. Or become too comfortable with our programs.
“Listen! I am standing at the door knocking;”
Whether as individuals or a community we’re not supposed to work under
our own steam and under our own agendas. Especially when we think we’ve got it
all under control. We don’t see what the Lord sees except we look through His
lens and His counsel.
Lord, please keep our hearts, our sight, and our hearing attuned to
Your purpose. Keep us from becoming tepid believers.
Psalm of Worship: Isaiah 55:2
“Why do you spend your money for that which is not bread,
and your labor for that which does not satisfy?
Listen carefully to me and eat what is good, and delight yourselves in
rich food.”
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