Overcoming Critics
Pastor Wesley & Yajhna Sing · 1 min read
“So then, my dear ones, just as you have always obeyed [my instructions with enthusiasm], not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence, continue to work out your salvation [that is, cultivate it, bring it to full effect, actively pursue spiritual maturity] with awe-inspired fear and trembling [using serious caution and critical self-evaluation to avoid anything that might offend God or discredit the name of Christ]. For it is [not your strength, but it is] God who is effectively at work in you, both to will and to work [that is, strengthening, energizing, and creating in you the longing and the ability to fulfill your purpose] for His good pleasure.”
No matter how well you do or how successful you are, you will always have to face critics in your life. It seems as if some people were born to criticize. It seems like a profession to some.
Do not let this get you down. Do what you can and what you are called to do with the power of the Holy Spirit in you. Do your best always. Know this, you will not always be able to please everyone, so get on with your life and live your best life.
Be determined and relentless in your God given calling.
Bible booksPhilippians
From the July 2024 issue, themed RELENTLESS IN MY GOD GIVEN CALLING.
