Bob Lehman
Executive Pastor
How in The World Are You?
To borrow a phrase from Robert Cook of Walking with the King Ministries, let me ask you, “How in the world are you”? With all that is going on in the world sometimes it is hard to stay focused on what we need to stay focused on. But a world filled with trouble is nothing new. Christ knew this all to well. As He was preparing His disciples for what they would experience after He was no longer with them, He said to them “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” 27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” (John 16:33).
There will always be trouble in this world. Sometimes trouble seems far away and at other times it seems very close to home, but in this world, there is always trouble. But take heart, for Christ has overcome the world. It has been said that when you focus on the problem it is hard to see God, but when you focus on God you tend to see the problem differently.
So how do we focus on God? The answer to that question is twofold. First, we must spend time in the Word. Being in the Word every day allows God to speak to us and it will give us a Godly perspective as we go about living in an ungodly world. (Matthew 4:4), Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God. (2Timothy 3:16) All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness. Secondly, we must spend time in prayer. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:6-70).
So, let me ask you again, “How in the world are you?” If the answer is not so good, maybe I need to ask another question. Where is your focus?