Example

I remember seeing the example of others for years. In my childhood years I watched my parents. I saw how they handled adversity or struggle. I saw their faith in the Lord. As I grew older I saw the example of my grandmother – “Mammie”. She was a strong woman but very humble. He had deep faith in the Lord and I learned a lot from her example. I also watched people over the years who set a bad example of faith lived out. The Lord is asking Ezekiel to be an example to the people. He’s hopeful that they will ask questions and learn. Check this out…

1 The word of the Lord came to me: 2 ‘Son of man, you are living among a rebellious people. They have eyes to see but do not see and ears to hear but do not hear, for they are a rebellious people.

3 ‘Therefore, son of man, pack your belongings for exile and in the daytime, as they watch, set out and go from where you are to another place. Perhaps they will understand, though they are a rebellious people. (Ezekiel 12:1-3 NIV)

I remember when I first believed in the Lord apart from anyone else’s faith or example. I remember that evening like it was yesterday. I was deeply moved in my heart and at that moment my faith became my own. I am supposed to now be an example to others. The Lord has called me to Himself. He wants me to be a light to expel the darkness in others. He wants my life to be an example of my faith to others. I’m so thankful for His Patience as I figured all of that out. I believe the Lord wants all of His kids to live out their faith and be an example of how to live in the midst of struggle, adversity or times of plenty.

Pressing On!

Dwayne