How Then Do We Live?

So then, brothers, we are not obligated to the flesh to live according to the flesh, for if you live according to the flesh, you are going to die. But if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live. All those led by God's Spirit are God's sons. For you did not receive a spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you received a spirit of adoption, by whom we cry out, "Abba, Father!" The Spirit Himself testifies together with our spirit that we are God's children, and if children, also heirs- heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ-seeing that we suffer with Him so that we may be glorified with Him. For I consider the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is going to be revealed to us. Romans 8:12-18

Today, I am seeking wisdom. My faith would rise up and leave my sick bed. Yet all are opposed to me going back to work this week. I am mindful that I, as the boss, need to keep the team focused and not lose heart at my accident. Yet I want to lead a good example. Pain is not unknown to me. I have had to push through much pain over the last 11 years. I have no time to be ill and when in pain I say, "Lord, I have no time to be ill, I walk in the body you have given me and not how I feel." I know I have three appointments in Scone: two tomorrow and one on Friday. I have done the preparation and my staff can do them for me, I love to complete what I start and also I have begun a good relationship with all my appointees. The other side says: if you allow your staff to do appointments then this builds them up and gives them experience and broadens you clients experience with your business.

I know that I have also to trust that the staff are as good at closing sales as me. I have the best track record but here is an opportunity to bring them up a level. As my business is all about others, perhaps this is the way I should go. I can spend more time on the creative and take us forward.

I find that the above scripture gives the overview but the details are up to me. This is where faith comes into play. A son does not need every step spelled out by the Father. He gives us room to grow. This is where we gain wisdom and experience. It can be frustrating but this is how He does it.

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