At a camp meeting 40 years later, I happened to see Dr. I. demonstrating some kind of health product, if I remember correctly. (In my mind, I see only the image of him, much older, but still looking much like he did when I was a student, with a friend by my side.) I lingered a little but did not introduce myself. I briefly wondered whether he recognized me. I’m fairly sure that I was as recognizable to him as he was to me.
Had he changed? Or did he still feel superior in his “humility”? Should I talk to him? I didn’t know how to approach him, and was busy with friends. I still don’t know whether I should have said something. (Maybe I’m just a coward.)
If God wants him to see my story, his and my identity are clear enough in this post, that God can direct him to it.
Thank you Eric & Amy 🙂
So, my summary from the video is this:
These are the things that hinder us in fulfilling the mission of inviting people into King Jesus’ kingdom:
1. Prejudice
I heed King Jesus’ words “Love your enemies…” in Matthew 5:44 KJV to reduce the effect of my prejudice.
2. Fear
a. God won’t come through.
I use Proverbs 3:5 KJV to drive me.
b. It will take too much of my time.
I consider my time to actually be His time. Always.
c. It will be difficult & emotionally draining.
I tend to focus my effort on the “good ground” & plant seed there. I take guidance from King Jesus’ words in Matthew 13:8 KJV. This allows me to be a more effective sower.
3. Pride
It is His glory & I remain “…meek and lowly in heart…” ( King Jesus in Matthew 11:29 KJV )
Two key excerpts from the interview with Amy:
“Keep a gratitude journal… we going to be much more willing to be used…we need to have testimonies everyday… because that’s what people relate to…”, Amy Whitsett.
“If God tells you to do it; Do it.”, Amy Whitsett.
So appreciate Amy’s practical ideas as to how we can allow God to use us. Thank you for your suggestions and your testimony!!
Thank you so much Amy for your practical encouragement admonition and advice from your years of experience and service. I feel greatly encouraged and motivated as a result. GOD bless you abundantly