Thursday, November 21, 2013

Grace for your spirit November 22, 2013

Grace for your spirit 
And the master said to the slave, 'Go out into the highways and along the hedges, and compel them to come in, so that my house may be filled.  Luke 14:23

Jesus let us know in this parable that getting people to enjoy the riches of His kingdom is often very difficult.  We put up a nice sign on our building that says, "Lost sheep welcome", yet most people won't learn, they must be taught.  Most people won't come alone, they must be brought. What is next step after we have extended the invitation?  Jesus said to go back and compel them to come in.  Compelling requires enthusiasm and persistence.  Is the extra effort worth it?  Let's dig a little deeper and find a compelling reason to keep going.

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