DAY THIRTY-NINE | TRUTH AND FREEDOM
“I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13
“....Visions are what energizes and drives us. Dreams lift us out of the doldrums and give a quickness to our walk.....”
-Tony Campolo
Having a clear vision and dreaming how to accomplish it has brought many through times of questioning and hesitation. An honest and good mission can generate energy that will amaze young and old alike.
The prophet Isaiah says: ‘But the people who trust in the LORD will become strong again. They will rise up as an eagle in the sky; they will run and not need rest; they will walk and not become tired.’ (Isaiah 40:31 NCV) That is where we at Dunwoody Baptist Church find ourselves—our dreams and plans intersecting with God’s directive to share the love of Christ with all people. When we are truly in the business of glorifying God, there is no guarantee of an easy time, but we are assured that God will guide us; that He will strengthen us through to the end, if we rely on Him and desire only to be within His will; and that, if love for Him is our motive, we will stand as an example for generations to come.
Prayer Focus:
Pray that DBC’s believers are a discerning people who will claim our Christ-earned freedom.
A Prayer from Brenda Russell:
God of all creation, we praise You for who You are. We are grateful for Your church and Your call to share the love of Christ near and far. Thank You for allowing us to be part of Your mission in the world. I thank You for the opportunity to serve and I give You thanks for all the children, youth, adults, and senior adults who are growing in their faith and ministering to others. Fill us and guide us with Your Spirit that we would have the courage to give generously from all the gifts that You have given to us. Help us share to build and build to share the love of Christ, so Your goodness, mercy, and compassion may be built up in each of us for the blessing and building up of your peace and justice throughout the world, Amen.