Have you ever been up all night, like on Christmas Eve or just before your kid’s birthday, trying to put together a new toy or game that seemed it should be simple, but turned into a nightmare? Those three words on the outside of the box: “some assembly required”—they don’t seem hard. But what the box fails to mention is the fact you needed an engineering degree to read the instructions! That is, if you actually tried to read the instructions!
Some things can’t be enjoyed until the assembly process is complete. Part A needs to be connected to Part B before Part C can be attached, etc. When everything has been assembled correctly you finally have something that will work and bring joy to your life. The Bible tells us in Hebrews 10:25 that some assembly is required in our lives as well. It says, “Don’t give up the habit of assembling yourselves together like some people have done.” Each one of us is a part of a total unit. No one functions completely alone. We were made to work together. One of the ways we can find where we fit in is at a local place of worship. Friendships are fostered, helpful projects can be completed, and questions get answered when we join together with other folks at church. Find a place where you can get together this weekend to worship, because “some assembly is required”. How much are you worth? Add up your assets, subtract what you owe, and what you have left is your net worth. If you try to borrow money or have to settle an estate, going through these equations are a necessity. Everyone has a goal to increase his or her net-worth as much as possible. But I’m not referring to your balance sheet. I’m talking about the value of you, not your possessions. How much are you worth? In the eyes of God, you have infinite worth, enough to send his own Son to die for you, so that you can live forever with him. How much is that worth? What would someone have to pay you to sacrifice your only child so that someone else could live? It can’t be measured in dollars and cents, can it? As you start your day today, remember the value you have to God. No matter what you feel others think of you or even what you may think of yourself, God has placed the highest possible value on you. Others may put you down, but that won’t change your worth to God. You may have even said, “I’m no good, I’m not of any value to anyone.” I’m sorry, but that’s simply not true! There is nothing you can do to diminish your value in God’s eyes. In fact, when we receive his love and forgiveness, he sees us as blameless and without even a blemish. God made an investment in you and He will receive a good return as you yield your life to Him. You are worth more than you can imagine. Not with perishable riches, but with eternal wealth beyond compare. Seeking a church? Join us virtually. (Service starts at 3:00 pm CST)
Even mediocre teams have respectable records at home, but it’s the away games that make the difference. If a team can’t win on the road, there’s no hope of post-season play.
You know, the same is true about our lives. Some people have winning records at home or in their hometown. They lead lives of character and integrity. But when they hit the road, the temptations are stronger and the idea that “no one knows me out here” makes it easier to let down their guard and do things they’d never do at home. Someone said the true test of character is what you do when no one is watching. Some of you are hitting the road this morning. You’ve got a meeting in another city, you drive truck over the road, or you’ve got a sales route that takes you all over. Here is a promise from God’s word that will help you win on the road this week, found in 1 Corinthians 10:13. “There is no temptation overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.” God will make a way of escape from the temptation. Trust God to keep you from falling. Don’t leave your integrity at home. You’re a champion! You’ve got to have a winning record at home and away from home. Come back home victorious from this road trip! God bless you and have an awesome day! |
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