For God or With God?

"We work with, not for" Some people with NMSI have used this phrase to show we work more alongside each other rather than a hierarchy. (note: we do have the necessary authority structure) but I have been corrected when my mindset constantly thinks of being under someone, when instead it is more of a partnership.

Though this sounds great, it is taking some getting used to. This struggle relates to my relationship with Christ. So many times I try to do things for God. Constantly trying to please Him and never living up. When instead, I am missing where He's already at and where He is going.

The mission of Christ and His heart for the nations is so clear and evident throughout Scripture. And this will happen in my doing or not. God's plan will continue, His Church will prevail. And the amazing part is that God invites us to be a part of that. To join Him. 

None of what I do, YouthHOPE, or any local church does is really that impressive in and of itself. It becomes impressive though, when we join in what God is already doing among the nations. I encourage you to really join in His glorious plan and live out your role and purpose for His Kingdom. It is not about what we do for Him (as I so often get backwards) but joining where Christ is already at work. 

To Him be the glory!