Check your fire today...do you need to reignite the burning desire God put in you?Today's Scripture:
I remind you to keep using the gift God gave you...let it grow, as a small flame grows into a fire.
2 Timothy 1:6
Good Boy Scouts know how to start fires. Although there are reports of using such strange items as a soda can or a chocolate bar, there are several common elements required to ignite any fire. You need something to create a spark, material to use as tinder to turn the spark into a flame, and kindling to generate a fire from the initial flame.
Igniting passion in yourself and others is much the same as starting a fire. God gave you what you need for the spark. He created you with the gifts found in your talents, skills, and abilities. Your responsibility is to take that spark and turn it into a flame. You can find the tinder of opportunities for using your gifts all around you. But using your gifts once in a lifetime or once in a while is not enough to maintain a fire. The flame must be continually kindled to keep the fire going.
The more you put your gifts to work, the more you feed the flame within you.
Passion is that fire within. It is that burning desire to make a difference in the world around you. Passion can be more than a temporary spark or excitement. As you fan the flame of the God-given spark within you, you can maintain zeal to achieve great accomplishments in life.
Selah people' and friends check your fire. Does it need a little kindling to energize it? If so, put one of your gifts to work in your church, work or community service project and recapture your enthusiasm.
"Grab someone and shake their hand, give them a hug and let them know that God loves them. Don't let your fire burn out but instead reignite your passion for doing God's work."
Your pastor,
Rev Patrick Muston ~ via mobile Mount Olive, NC
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