Clay in the Hands

Part of my reading today was in the classic, My Utmost For His Highest, by Oswald Chambers.  Today’s reading deals with the idea of having our focus on God as opposed to the world or ourselves.  Where we put that focus affects everything.

Chambers says that once we lose sight of God, we begin to do things in our own power and by our own initiative.  For me this is a constant battle.  I believe that God has gifted me with certain strengths and passions and expects me to get off my laurels and use those things for the growth of the kingdom.  But if I am not careful, it becomes about achievement – about me.  Chambers reminds us that the danger becomes reaching the point of not expecting God to show up at all.

He asks two questions that will stay with me through this day and hopefully throughout each day, and I pray with you as well.  He asks, “Is our attitude today an attitude that flows from our vision of God?  Are we expecting God to do greater things than He has ever done before?”

Is that your expectation for this day?

I pray it is so!