Quiet, faithful obedience

Quiet, faithful obedience. It’s an incredibly difficult thing for us to do. If we’re honest, it feels good to be recognized and encouraged for a work that we’ve done. We like to be noticed, and for people to tell us, “Good job! Well done!” It’s also difficult to continue to do the work even after the initial fanfare is over, when something is no longer new and exciting, but is simply a task that needs to be completed. Quite often, many tasks are only noticed when they’re left undone!

Quiet, faithful obedience is generally what we are called to as followers of Christ. To serve God when no one’s watching or when there’s no promise of a reward is our standard (look at Matthew 6). To continue on, even in the face of adversity or frustration, because that is what we are called to do. Jesus gives us this example during the sham of a trial he endured (Mark 14:53-15:15). He suffered insults and injury because He knew that was what He was called to do. He could have called down legions of angels to fight for Him (John 18:36), but He knew that it wasn’t the way to accomplish what God had planned. Quiet, faithful obedience is what He was called to, and it’s what He offered back to God.

What is God calling you to do? In what ways can you demonstrate your love and faithfulness to Him? It won’t always be easy, and you likely won’t be recognized for all that you do, but if it’s what you’re called to do then know this: Jesus is with you, and will stand alongside you during those quiet, faithful moments of obedience to Him. Don’t give up. Persevere. And look to Him for your strength and encouragement.

Our gathering is at the regular time this Sunday at 4pm. Hope to see you there.

Blessings,

Pastor Mike