The Script
And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns. Philippians 1:6
The Plot
John Quincy Adams held more important offices than anyone else in the history of the U.S. He served with distinction as president, senator, congressman, minister to major European powers, and participated in various capacities in the American Revolution, the War of 1812, and events leading to the Civil War. Yet, at age 70, with much of that behind him, he wrote, “My whole life has been a succession of disappointments. I can scarcely recollect a single instance of success in anything that I ever undertook.”
Sometimes we get so concerned that we are not ready to serve God, that we often miss the opportunities that God presents us. John Quincy Adams had another problem. Although he served successfully in many positions, he was never satisfied with his performance.
Paul tells us that we don’t have to be perfect to serve God. God knows we aren’t perfect and he wants to use us anyway. God will continue working in your life until He comes again so in the mean time, find a place of ministry, be teachable, stretch yourself, commit to learning and don’t ever give up.
Walk Through
- What is it that Paul says that God will continue to do?
- When will God’s work in us be finished?
- When is it a good time to find a place where we can serve?
Ad Lib
Dr. Harold C. Urey, Nobel prize winner in Chemistry, was walking along a sidewalk one day when he ran into another professor. They chatted for a few minutes, then, as they parted, Dr. Urey asked the other: “John, which way was I going when I met you?”
“That way,” said the other, pointing. “Oh, good. That means I’ve already had my lunch,” muttered the professor as he walked away.