Leviticus 6:12-"The fire on the altar must be kept burning; it must not go out."
Last night, I returned from Puerto Vallarta, where I spent the last 5 days retreating on the beach with all the other AG missionaries who serve in Mexico. It was such a treat and my heart feels so full. I am so thankful for the opportunity to meet many truly wonderful people. But most of all, I am grateful to God for the solid Biblical teaching I heard, the sweet times of prayer and for the direction and reminders I received from Him personally.
I am back in Oaxaca, but I feel like I am ready to get back to work. I had the chance to re-focus at retreat and I feel like God is directing me to make some personal changes. I came back with a renewed desire to be more disciplined in specific areas and I am happy to report that day one being back went well. (smile)
While in Puerto Vallarta, our Area Director preached a sermon on Leviticus 6:8-13. I would like to share the main points with you because they touched my heart, and perhaps they will also minister to you. This is just the skeleton of the sermon, but I believe God will fill in the gaps for you.
The OT laws for burnt offerings were:
1. The sacrifice must stay on the altar until it is consumed. (All night)
2. The ashes of yesterday must be removed and put in their place. (Today's fire cannot burn on yesterday's ashes.)
3. Fresh sacrifice requires fresh fuel. (This may not be an exact quote, but Jim Elliot said, "Saturate me Lord with the oil of Your Spirit that I might be Your flame.")
4. Keep the fire burning continuously; it must not go out. (This has to be done intentionally.)
Has your fire died down or gone out? I am so thankful for the chances I had this week to stir that fire back up again. God moved in my heart in ways that I will never forget. And, right now, you also have the opportunity to stop what you are doing and take some time to rekindle the flame you once had for God. I don't mean to preach and I am not the best example to follow when it comes to this, but please don't pass up the opportunity for God to speak to you.
Last night, I returned from Puerto Vallarta, where I spent the last 5 days retreating on the beach with all the other AG missionaries who serve in Mexico. It was such a treat and my heart feels so full. I am so thankful for the opportunity to meet many truly wonderful people. But most of all, I am grateful to God for the solid Biblical teaching I heard, the sweet times of prayer and for the direction and reminders I received from Him personally.
I am back in Oaxaca, but I feel like I am ready to get back to work. I had the chance to re-focus at retreat and I feel like God is directing me to make some personal changes. I came back with a renewed desire to be more disciplined in specific areas and I am happy to report that day one being back went well. (smile)
While in Puerto Vallarta, our Area Director preached a sermon on Leviticus 6:8-13. I would like to share the main points with you because they touched my heart, and perhaps they will also minister to you. This is just the skeleton of the sermon, but I believe God will fill in the gaps for you.
The OT laws for burnt offerings were:
1. The sacrifice must stay on the altar until it is consumed. (All night)
2. The ashes of yesterday must be removed and put in their place. (Today's fire cannot burn on yesterday's ashes.)
3. Fresh sacrifice requires fresh fuel. (This may not be an exact quote, but Jim Elliot said, "Saturate me Lord with the oil of Your Spirit that I might be Your flame.")
4. Keep the fire burning continuously; it must not go out. (This has to be done intentionally.)
Has your fire died down or gone out? I am so thankful for the chances I had this week to stir that fire back up again. God moved in my heart in ways that I will never forget. And, right now, you also have the opportunity to stop what you are doing and take some time to rekindle the flame you once had for God. I don't mean to preach and I am not the best example to follow when it comes to this, but please don't pass up the opportunity for God to speak to you.
Do not let the fire go out!
Just a handful of the missionaries I got to spend time with this week.
Just a handful of the missionaries I got to spend time with this week.
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