All that I Am and All that I Have
In his letter to the Romans, the Apostle Paul promises us that nothing in life or in death can separate us from God’s love. And, he shares with us that God intends to restore and renew all of creation, everything, including you and me. Then, in chapter 12, he shifts the emphasis, and writes:
“I appeal to you, therefore, brothers and sisters, by the mercies of God, present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship.”
Richard Foster is realistic about this verse. He writes, “The problem with a “living” sacrifice is that it always wants to get off the alter!”
And so it is that Paul reminds us that we are blessed and cared for. We are loved and given a new lease on life.
Today, on this Holy Saturday, as we wait between the cross and the empty tomb, we remember Christ’s sacrifice for us. In response, let us live this new life to the fullest – giving our entire being to God – allowing God to use us as instruments of hope and grace, and peace. Today, let us stay on the alter.
Our prayer today is inspired by a 4-H youth organization prayer. Let us pray: Loving God, Today, I pledge my head to clearer thinking. I pledge my heart to greater faithfulness. I pledge my hands to larger service, and I pledge my health to better living. May my head, heart, hands, health, all that I am, and all that I have be used to show your love to this world. Amen.
Daily Message Author: Joe Albright
Joe began his ministry in Sarasota, Florida as an associate pastor, and it was in this capacity that he worked alongside the Reverend Dr. Roger Kunkel. Roger was a colleague who became a mentor and treasured friend. From Sarasota, Joe was called to Jacksonville, Florida where he served as the Head of Staff at Hodges Boulevard Presbyterian Church. Currently, Joe and his family worship and serve at Geneva Presbyterian Church in Switzerland, Florida. Full Bio
