Fantastic Friday #264-Shame

Shame

¹ Therefore, since through God’s mercy we have this ministry, we do not lose heart. ² Rather, we have renounced secret and shameful ways; we do not use deception, nor do we distort the word of God. On the contrary, by setting forth the truth plainly we commend ourselves to everyone’s conscience in the sight of God. ³ And even if our gospel is veiled, it is veiled to those who are perishing. ⁴ The god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel that displays the glory of Christ, who is the image of God. ⁵ For what we preach is not ourselves, but Jesus Christ as Lord, and ourselves as your servants for Jesus’ sake. ⁶ For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made his light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of God’s glory displayed in the face of Christ. 2 Corinthians 4:1-2

Have you ever felt the emotion of shame? I am sure at one time or another you have for something you have done that is probably not right in the sight of God. Now, how do you feel about discussing God with someone else? Do you feel shame? My hope is that you wouldn't because certainly there is nothing to be ashamed of as a follower of Christ. It is amazing what the enemy can convince us of in this world, by his dark ways. He can tell us that God is not all what He is cracked up to be, or he can say God has left you unanswered for this long, so why bother. So, I say this, lift yourself above the shameful ways of this world and shine the light of Jesus to those around you. Discuss with passionate love and respect, and don't feel the despicable shame that the enemy wants you to feel. Rise above the shame and don't let the enemy put you in "The Box of Shame."

Have a great weekend.