Judges 6-7
This passage covers the story of Gideon. He was given a job by God- go against the Midianites.
In Ch. 6 he asks God multiple times for signs that God really wants him to do this job. He is shown very clearly that God has indeed given him this task.
I find myself doing this in my day to day life. Sometimes I catch myself complaining about the dishes, laundry, floors to vacuum, and toys to pick up. I forget that God has clearly directed each path of my life. I prayed for 5 years for children and God has given us 3 wonderful boys. I prayed to be a stay at home mom- God allowed that to happen. Each of these area have been given clearly by God, He will give the strength to accomplish it. I also think of why Gideon and the Israelites were in the situation. They had sinned against God- they worshiped the idols of the land and put other Gods before Him. When I complain or become discontented with my life it is because I am living the flesh (sinful nature). When I am living in the flesh, my motives are selfish and all about ME. Therefore, the tasks I have in my day- laundry, dishes, cleaning, and boys to care for, become an insurmountable army.
Gideon was given a very small army in our eyes- 300 men against the very powerful large Midian Army. IMPOSSIBLE!!
My work seems that way. Until I remember that I do not have to do this along. As a matter of fact, I am sinning by doing it myself. I need to walk in the Spirit allowing my thoughts to be focused on God and therefore I will have His strength and also see the tasks through His eyes. What a change in perspective.
Gideon was encouraged when he heard the men talking about the dream. He then went back gathered his men and went into battle. God had the victory, but without Gideon actually moving forward there would have been none.
I struggle daily/hourly who am I kidding, by the minute most days to walk in the Spirit living for God. I can move into my day joyfully when I see the day ahead as a way to serve Him and worship Him. I am a stay at home mom- my days consist mostly of my boys. I MUST remember that my job/joy is training them to serve God. I must be that example of joyfully serving.
I pray that my ramblings may have helped someone today. If you were helped, PRAISE THE LORD!! Feel free to comment or send me a message especially if you have any questions.
Have a super day and center your day and thoughts on Christ!!
