“There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.”John 15:13 NLT
On the weekend I desperately needed to talk to my friend about a decision I had to make, she was not available, and so I had to pray and ask Fod for the solution. My Lord did not answer until 1am, when I awoke and knew the answer.
Wen people are not there for us we can tend to be offended. However, my friend did write me a SMS and explain her dilemma. I could have been annoyed and even offended. However, had I done this it would reveal how selfish I was behaving. Rather, to accept my friends business and move on was another choice. Fortunately I chose this. As it was God’s answer was the best, and then He prompted me to ask my daughter-in- law. Her answer was prompt and very helpful.
We think we know the best avenue to meet our needs, but God knows best. Laying down our precious opinions and attitudes, allowing others to be who they are, and God to be in charge is laying down our lives for others.
We do not have to be boiled in oil, shot for the gospel or be sent to a foreign land to be sacrificial. We can do it in everyday conversations with others. Our opinions are not necessarily the most important. Let God rule! Amen!
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