“Wherefore he saith, When he ascended up on high, he led captivity captive, and gave gifts unto men.”~ Eph. 4:8
EMPTY GIFT BOXES
“Whoso boasteth himself of a false gift is like clouds and winds without rain” Is there anything more embarrassing than listening to a preacher, singer, or instrumentalist who is not gifted? Is it not boring to read after writers whose pens have not been anointed? Such people are well meaning, but I’m afraid their reach far exceeds their grasp.
PREACHING OR PLOWING
A young farmer saw a vision in the sky, consisting of two letters: G.P. He took it to mean, “Go preach.” After telling of his experience and preaching his first sermon, an old widow woman whispered in his ear, “The Lord was telling you to, “Go plow.” It could be some of us may need to have our bubbles busted also. Plowing is as honorable as preaching-if it be God’s will for your life.
ACTING IS NOT REALITY
Emulation (acting) is one of the “…works of the flesh.” Generally speaking, those who copy individuals they’re infatuated with are guilty of trying to replicate their gifts also. I like the way the old Indian described an imitation preacher , “Big thunder; big wind, no rain.” And this is exactly how the wise man in Proverbs depicts them. It is not the outer wrappings that count, but the gift inside!
As to your gift—use it or loose it!
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You are amongst those GP ,brother Sandlin!!
Thanking God,for the very few,who are REAL and just like you!!
Not alot of them around any more.
You are most definitely a blessing,to anyone whom has heard you preach!!!
May the Lord Keep on Blessinf you Always!!