We started discussing this verse in small group this last week.
John 5:19 19Jesus gave them this answer: "I tell you the truth, the Son can do nothing by himself; he can do only what he sees his Father doing, because whatever the Father does the Son also does. 20For the Father loves the Son and shows him all he does."
I have been pondering and meditating on this verse a lot since then. What would me life look like if I were constantly listening to God about what He wants me to do? I have also started reading the book In His Steps which was written in the 1890s. It is the story that started the WWJD thing. If I stopped and thought before making any decision about what Jesus would do, and consistently listen for God's voice to give me direction, how would my life change?
I like to think that I live a life that is pleasing to God, but I know that there is plenty room for change.
I make a commitment now, here, publicly, to think about what God wants from me and what Jesus would do before I act. I will do my best to live by this commitment and will write about how it is going on here.
As always I welcome your comments.
2 comments:
When this verse came up in Small Group, that book was the first thing in my head. When I read it, I felt completely moved, but completely inept at following the example. I feel I have SO MUCH to learn still and I cannot confidentally answer WWJD? I try to listen to see what He wants from me, but I think I'm still holding back. I'll support you in trying to do as He'd like if you'll help me stay in contact too! How's that sound? (Btw, isn't that a FABULOUS book? Moving, gripping, thought-provoking?)
Thank you! I will need support and reminders.
What do you mean by "stay in contact"?
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