What is in the blueprint of your DNA as a Christian? In Acts 21 we see Paul’s 3rd missionary journey as he has continued his venture in planting churches and spreading the good news. Paul wasn’t on a cushy vacation, as a matter of fact, his colleagues encouraged him not to go to Jerusalem. Sensing God’s calling, Paul pressed on ready to be uncomfortable. The holy spirit will often lead us into difficult things, not away from them. This is where the enemy likes to get a foothold and cast doubts in your mind, trying to consume you with fear. My friends, fear is not from your Heavenly Father. Even when leading us into uncomfortable missions, God will give you spiritual peace in honor of your perseverance and obedience. As Paul boldly spoke at the temple, in the midst of his enemies, he was arrested and led away. Speaking in Greek, Paul sought an opportunity to address the crowd he was being led through and his captors obliged. Have you ever found yourself in a less than favorable position? Was God using it to set up an opportunity for you to glorify Him? After all, He can use any circumstance for His glory (and our good). It’s pretty cool, when we align our hearts with where He is leading us, fear has no place because we are convicted by the word of God. Run an assessment of yourself and your beliefs. Are you going to church just to say that you do? Or are you a convicted Christian, so focused on pleasing the Lord that your every action is being used to glorify Him? This won’t always be comfortable, but I challenge you to pursue unity over your own selfish comfort. Expect opposition. The enemy wouldn’t be pushing you back so hard if you weren’t on the edge of revealing God’s greatness.
