In the first chapter of Philippians, Paul tells the church, " For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain. If I am to live in the flesh, that means fruitful labor for me. Yet which I shall choose I cannot tell. I am hard pressed between the two. My desire is to depart and be with Christ, for that is far better. But to remain in the flesh is more necessary on your account. Convinced of this, I know that I will remain and continue with you all, for your progress and joy in the faith, so that in me you may have ample cause to glory in Christ Jesus, because of my coming to you again." (Philippians 1:21-26 ESV).
Paul knew what it meant to struggle as a stranger in a strange land. He told this church that he would rather die and be with Christ but he knew it would be better for them and the kingdom if he stayed on earth a little while longer.
I can't help but feel this is the attitude that all Christians should have, not just superstar Christians like Paul. You see, every single Christian is important to the Kingdom. Every single Christian needs to understand that for the local church to be completely effective in it's God appointed task, they must use their God-given talents and spiritual gifts.
Please know, that no matter what situation you might find your self in at this moment, you are important to God's purpose here on earth and while you might wish you were in God presence (which is a very good thing) the fact of the matter is this, He isn't done with you yet. He still has big plans for you so don't give up and never give in to Satan's lies.
You have value and worth to Him who loves you and gave Himself to you. So today, thank God for allow you to be found worthy of His work and see who you can influence for His honor and His glory as we both look forward to heaven but realize we have lots of work to do down here to the praise of His wonderful name.
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