"Perhaps just in this weakness God will meet you and come to your aid. This much is certain: the greatest thing each person can do is to give himself to God utterly and unconditionally - weaknesses, fears, and all. For God loves obedience more than good intentions or second-best offerings, which are all too often made under the guise of weakness.
Therefore, dare to renew your decision. It will lift you up again to trust in God. For God is a spirit of power and love and self-control, and it is before God and for him that every decision is to be made. Dare to act on the good that lies buried within your heart.
Confess your decision and do not go ashamed with downcast eyes as if you were treading on forbidden ground. If you are ashamed of your own imperfections, then cast your eyes down before God, not man. Better yet, in weakness decide and go forth!"
(the Kiekergaard quote)
I'm ashamed to say I've never heard of Kiekergaard...but the quote is full of thought provoking wisdom. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDelete"For God loves obedience more than good intentions or second-best offerings, which are all too often made under the guise of weakness..." yes, obedience. Your post and quote are verification that I chose the correct path for this coming weekend. A family birthday gathering or to attend a Christian training session in which I committed to be a speaker. These meeting/sessions have been published since March.
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