So ‘by chance’ I was rummaging through some of my old books. Several years ago I was devouring Francis Schaeffer’s book, sermons, teachings, and essays. Francis was a knickers wearing, goatee sporting, long haired bad ass!!! He was/is a modern day prophet. His words are full of conviction and power, as if he had a tap straight on to God’s keg.
So I picked up the book ‘True Spirituality’ which I had read several years ago. It was cool to see all my underlining and notes in the margins. I started reading it as I was chilling in the Jacuzzi. I was absolutely blown away. In less than 12 pages Francis pull all my wresting with work and ministry in perspective. I am still trying to soak it all in.
“When does proper desire become coveting?… First, I am to love God enough to be contented; second, I am to love men enough not to envy.” BAM!!! If I do not love God enough to be contented there is an issue of coveting. I am in essence telling God that his love is not enough to satisfy and more is needed. That is so heavy and convicting. Not to mention that I should be completely satisfied with God’s provision such that I do not become envious of others life, status, or possessions. Truly amazing.
I just want to love God to the point that nothing else matters…
