As Unto the Lord
"Whatever you do, do it enthusiastically, as something done for the Lord and not for men..." Holman Christian Standard Bible
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In 2004, Christian big band Denver and the Mile High Orchestra performed at the summer Olympics in Greece. 5,000 people from dozens of countries went absolutely wild! Why? Was it the hot charts they played? The music was great, but that is not the reason. Was it the cool looking outfits? No! The loud sound system? Not really! The reason the crowd went nuts could be wrapped up in one word... "Enthusiasm!" Denver and his Band put 100% of themselves into every note, every word, and their enthusiasm stole the show!!
At this point in the project you may be getting tired. The newness of a different culture may be wearing thin. People may start to get on your nerves. The different language may be frustrating now. Those new aromas which were "interesting" several days ago may be less than enticing at this point. Perhaps it is more difficult to get enthusiastic about another performance or ministry opportunity. Let me challenge you to remember your PURPOSE and your FOCUS on this project. God will use you, and will give you strength, but you need to continue to put yourself into your ministry with enthusiasm.
A well known agnostic philosopher went to hear a great British preacher. At the conclusion of the sermon, the philosopher was asked if he believed the message. With A glance toward the preacher he replied, "No, but he does!"
That will make an incredible difference in the impact you have this week. Whatever you do in the name of Christ this week, do it with ALL your might! God will use your enthusiasm to touch a lost heart! |
THOUGHT:
"Excellence is the point where PASSION meets PRECISION."
Derrick Johnson |
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