In Due Time

We are told in Romans 5;6 of the Holy bible that "when we were without strength, in due time, Christ died for the ungodly (me)"! That is very encouraging to me and it's the main reason I have titled this article after the mid-section of the verse! I hope it brings encouragement to you as well.

Thinking about being "without strength" can cover much ground in a Christians life! We are constantly bombarded from every side with temptations and we are thoroughly worn out by daily routines such as our job or business! Our time with family, especially with children, comes with greater demands today than was the case just a few decades ago! We do, however, 'sign I'm for this duty, despite the fact that we like to pretend we didn't! Our lot was chosen and we are either "all the way in" or we aren't!

Each of us reaches a 'breaking-point' at some time or other in our walk! It's almost inevitable! For men, it's normally a physical break, but for many women, it's much more an emotional one! If you have been married for any length of time, you are certainly aware of this fact! That's an extra bonus for you. No charge! Being married to a mate who is supportive of what you are trying to do for Christ is essential but not critical, in my opinion! Whether your mate supports you or not is really irrelevant when it comes to serving the LORD! We are called by God to serve, first! All other relationships, including marriage, are secondary to this call! If we are blessed to have a wife or husband who has as much of a desire to serve God as you do, so much the better! It certainly lends help to us from a natural standpoint! A good woman is not hard to find if you allow God to do the picking for you! The same goes for finding a good husband, ladies!

In Due time, to me, speaks directly to any moment, or moments, when we face our 'melting-point'. In times of weariness or weakness (spiritual) finding out that God "has our back" can go a long way and propel us to greater heights of service for him! It is vital that we keep this perspective fresh at during those times! The enemy is here to destroy the believer-in-Christ, remember!? Being re-newed with His strength will allow us the means and power to continue on, no matter what satan throws at us, and we, in turn, bring glory to God with faithful endurance and service! After all, doesn't the LORD deserve the most effort and sacrifice we can give? He did it for us and we didn't deserve anything at all! God is awesome like that! Be blessed, folks!