WAR ROOM
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WAR ROOM
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As I acknowledged to God, yesterday, once again, not having any clue for today's post, seconds later I thought if there was something that was more on the side of one's personal life that needed to be prayed over more-so than the ministry side... that it might change things up a bit.
Then, the scripture came to mind, when Paul was giving instructions to Timothy and he arrives at the place regarding church deacons. In verse 2 and verse 12, Paul states that deacons "must be faithful to his wife". In verse 4 and verse 12, he follows the wife statement with "he must manage his children (family) and household well." This could be a short post, as I don't want to get into the whole LGBT debate that has been discussed elsewhere regarding marriage, nor do I want to focus on woman serving in ministry. No. What stuck out upon what I feel was the Holy Spirit bringing this verse to my recollection was this... We focus so much time and energy within churches and leadership (typically pastors) giving Christianity a bad rap when there is a moral failure or break-down; yet, in less visible roles to those outside of the church, much transpires, that shouldn't with regards to deacons, admins and staff. While it's probably a big deal for the church in which situations may occur, you don't hear much talked about it in general... at least not compared to pastors. It's not the church doesn't have enough difficulty in sharing the message and gospel of Christ in this day and age as it is; but we lose credibility to speak truth on subjects such as this when leadership; whether a pastor or a deacon, fail to protect their own family and marriage when it comes to healthy relationships outside of the home while keeping the bedroom pure. It really is that simple. I'll be the first to admit. I'm not perfect. Managing your household well; taking care of your kids; working to guard your heart and your mind and focus on building a strong and healthy marriage... it's work. A Lot Of WORK! Yet it's worth it. Incredibly worth it. For the safety of the family. For the health of the church. For the witness of the message of Jesus Christ. For the glory of God. Pray, this #deaconThursday, for those in leadership struggling in their marriage; having difficulty in managing their household well. Pray the truth of God's Word would shed light on to their realities and that change would occur. May the power of God under-gird them, for whatever needs to change in this area of life and ministry. Whether conviction; healing; restoration... whatever the situation looks like. Pray they would seek the face of God; remembering what God has done for them; what He has promised them; what He has called them out of. May they step out of the troubling situations they find themselves and into the grace and forgiveness of God and that the miraculous would occur. Pray for the strengthening of healthy marriages and healthy homes within the body of Christ... that we may truly be a light; a beacon to the lost and dying world around us; unhindered by failure and testaments of loving God. For the cause of Jesus Christ. - PNC
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AuthorJust a man, attempting to fulfill God's plan. Husband, Dad, Dreamer. Blogger. Archives
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