Imitating Christ With your limitations

Read: 1 Corinthians 1:26-31

For all seek their own, not the things which are of Christ Jesus. Philippians 2:21

                                                                                              

Good Morning!

 Striving to be Christ-like should be the goal of all Christians. Most times, we tend to ignore it when the opportunity arises. For instance, consider the uniqueness of individuals. Their behavior does not conform to societal norms. Individuals who may have speech impediments, or disabilities, or appear different we ignore or their words and actions are frequently disregarded.

 

 Paul suggested imitating Jesus' humility.  In Philippians 2:1-8 it states, Avoid selfish ambition, value the needs and interests of others over our own. Do whatever we do for others without grumbling. 

According to 1 Corinthians, everything we do should be for the Glory of the Lord. In verses 27-28, it is stated that God has chosen the weak to shame those who are mighty.

 

 A little girl named Valerie, who had cerebral palsy, has a story. Despite her ability to walk, the little girl struggled with her steps and she had a stuttering speech. During camp one summer, Valerie came across a group of mean girls. They daily ridiculed and mocked her clumsy walk and speech.

 

One day during camp, the director requested a volunteer to lead the morning devotion. Valerie was their chosen volunteer among a group of girls. As Valerie confidently walked onto the stage, laughter and snickers filled the room. Valerie, clutching the microphone, struggled for several agonizing minutes before uttering, "I love Jesus, and Jesus loves me."

 

 As Valerie moved silently back to her seat, the room was enveloped in deathly silence. When Valerie finally made it to her seat, the room was filled with crying, sniffing, and a few people shouting "Glory to God."

 

Striving to be Christ-like should always be our goal. We should be as bold as Valerie. We should not hesitate to speak on behalf of The Lord God, regardless of our limitations. Allow the Holy Spirit to use you.

 

If God can use a child such as Valerie with limitations, what do you think God can do with you? Just think of how many people that can be helped and led to Christ.  In order to allow the Lord to use us, we must be humble and open-minded and learn to imitate Christ.

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