6/26 - Galatians 6

Well, looking back at yesterday's post, I didn't talk much about Galatians 5. Just kinda took that 1st verse and ran with it. I think chapter 6 adds a bit to what I learned yesterday when I talked about how we can have these moments of spirituality and the tendency to let that fire dwindle away. Verse 9 shows that this perhaps isn't a new phenomenon: "And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart." I think this might be a verse I'll need to focus & meditate on for a while since I'm so prone to fading away. I look forward to transforming my hot & cold ways into a lifestyle of commitment & diligence. I so desperately need God's help not to lose heart - when my efforts are seemingly fruitless, when it seems like I'm the only one trying, when my efforts in ministry don't turn out as I planned.

This chapter also says a lot about accountability, something that God has used in my life & has had a tremendous impact on my life. Without it I know I'd be a mess.

"Brothers, if someone is caught in a sin, you who are spiritual should restore him gently. But watch yourself, or you also may be tempted. Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. If anyone thinks he is something when he is nothing, he deceives himself. Each one should test his own actions. Then he can take pride in himself, without comparing himself to somebody else, for each one should carry his own load." (v. 1-5)

The gentle restoration of a brother who struggles with sin is like a refreshing breeze on a warm summer day. It's one of the most beautiful things I've experienced in my life. Sure it hurts sometimes, but the healing it brings and the work it allows God to begin in you is nothing short of amazing. Simply amazing what God can do with damaged goods. I've been so fortunate to have men in my life to keep my accountable for my actions and doing so by the word of God. I can't even put into words how much I love these brothers. Accountability is a key component to consistent righteous living and if you're reading this and don't have an accountability partner, I'd highly recommend it if you like God's blessings. The process of studying the Word together, building each other up, offering honest feedback, confession, prayer & encouragement is great for any believer and draws you closer, not only to your partner, but to God.


Please lift up a prayer for the family of Kendra's and my uncle, Nevelle Thompson who passed yesterday after a long fight with cancer. This was a man who the Lord knew and at times like these, that is such a great comfort and testimony for those of us he leaves behind. I thank God for even the little bit of time we had together here on earth & look forward to the great time we'll have in heaven.