31 August 2009

Why We Fail



Everyone is afraid of failure. I mean really afraid. It’s probably one of our biggest fears (along with the fear of being rejected).

I mean, think about it, we live our everyday lives wanting to make a difference. No one wants to walk through life just marking time. Even the lost man wants to know that his life has mattered. We want to be remembered for the things we did to impact society.

But what types of things matter? What types of deeds and actions will make that longed for impact?

From a Christian perspective, only things that are eternal really matter. And what things are those? Those are the “things” that Jesus died for.

Jesus’ life mattered. He knew His call. He knew His mission. He knew that He was called to die so that we in generations following would be able to live; to truly LIVE.

Temporary life?

No, eternal life.

Life here on earth?

No, life with Jesus Christ; both here and after our earthly death.

Jesus’ life mattered.

How can we make our lives matter when comparing them to the life of Jesus?

There is really only one way.

We must, MUST, impact the lives of those around us for the Kingdom of God.

WE MUST.

But we within ourselves can impact no one.

Without the life of Jesus Christ being lived in and through us, our lives will not “matter”. What we do will not “remain”.

My son, My son, why are you striving
You can't add one thing to what's been done for you
I did it all while I was dying
Rest in your faith, my peace will come to you

For when I hear the praises start
I want to rain upon you
Blessings that will fill your heart
I see no stain upon you
Because you are my child and you know me
To Me you're only holy
Nothing that you've done remains
Only what you do for Me

My child, My child, why are you weeping
You will not have to wait forever
That day and that hour is in My keeping
The day I'll bring you into Heaven
For when I hear the praises start
My child, I want to rain upon you
Blessing that will fill your heart
I see no stain upon you
Because you are My child and you know me
To me you're only holy
Nothing that you've done remains
Only what you do in Me

My precious bride, the day is nearing
When I'll take you in My arms and hold you
I know there are so many things that you've been hearing
But you just hold on to what I have told you

For when I hear the praises start
My bride, I want to rain upon you
Blessings that will fill your heart
I see no stain upon you
Because you are My child, and you know Me
To me you're only holy
Nothing that you've done will remain
Only what you do for me

Keith Green, “When I Hear The Praises Start”

2 comments:

Melinda "Mel" Howard said...

Maria, I enjoyed reading this blog...well more than enjoyed...I was encouraged and it made me reflect on how I think and believe. I especially enjoyed the Keith Green song quote. (He was always my favorite). God bless!

Unknown said...

Dear Melinda,
I'm so glad you were encouraged!
That is exciting to me.
Blessings on your family today.