So often I hear well-meaning followers of Jesus say something to this effect, “Well, I’m just waiting for God to lead me in this?” Often they are referring to something God has already “led” them in HIs Word.
You don’t have to wait to feel led to share your faith, go, make disciples, love one another, forgive one another, be salt and light to the world, care for the poor and the oppressed, deny yourself, bear with one another, being patient, grow in the grace and knowledge of God, considering it pure joy when you go through trials of many kinds, and a slew of other things.
It’s not a matter of being led. It’s a matter of being called. This is why Paul says, “Live (command/calling) in a manner worthy of your calling,” “Work out your salvation with fear and trembling.” As James says, “Stop reading about it and listening to sermons about. Just do it.”
Much of the life Christ has for us is about obedience – not waiting to feel led. What is before you today that God has already called you to do? Don’t wait to feel led. Simply obey. Just do it.
