God Himself aligns creatures to do His good works, but He seeks willing partners rather than automatons. He melds servants’ mettle to their needed forms by the Holy Spirit, encouraging them to face any challenge through the Word of Covenant.
Although we do not usually quote pagan poets, Horace’s frequently coined phrase “carpe diem” (seize the day) seems relevant for redemption in our day. Social media venues are replete with people stressed by the quarantine. While schedules and plans may be in shambles, . . .
Growing the Kingdom of God demands growing more than filling church buildings or so-called worship centers. Equipping the church to obey every command of Jesus unselfishly means believers learn to manage plants, work relationships, and animals among other created things. All must be managed as worship to God to facilitate the apparent dominion of Jesus over all things to all persons. Greedy decisions that often cause loss rather than gain are overcome by persevering saints.