“Jesus of Nazareth, a man approved of God among you.~ Acts 2:22
“…shew thyself approved unto God.”~ 2 Tim. 2:15
I have found throughout these many years of service to our blessed Lord Jesus that some have an insatiable need for others' nod of approval. Such individuals' spiritual gauge fluctuates according to the accolades from the stands. They excel with the cheers, but their pace slows down with the boos.
The smile of God doesn’t seem to be enough for them. “This is my beloved son (daughter) in whom I am well pleased,” does not suffice them. They need more than their God’s stamp of approval, it would appear. Evidently they’ve not learned yet that the same crowd that cries “Hosanna” today is the same that will say “Crucify him,” tomorrow.
I came up with a saying many years ago. I think it will bless you, my children.
“God’s ‘Well done’ goes to those who have stayed in the fire longer.”~ rds
by an Aged Saint