I just read Entry #12 in Soul Cravings by Erwin McManus as part of my morning devotion.
In this entry he tells a story of Mallard ducks that take up residence in his private pool. Before long there are baby ducks everywhere. Life is good, things are cute... until...
Until nature begins to take its course as predators begin to decimate the sweet little helpless baby ducks. One by one they are picked off.
This entire situation is very alarming for Erwin's family. They now find themselves trying to help the mother duck defend off crows that are swooping down and taking the ducklings.
One night Erwin finds himself getting up in the middle of the night believing he's heard a baby duck crying out. He's a nervous wreck. His nights are becoming more difficult as he worries about the safety of the ducks.
Then one night it's as though God is speaking to him (not audibly, but he just gets that spiritual feeling thing), "Erwin, do you know how you feel about that duckling? The anguish that you are feeling at this moment, that's how I feel for every human being that walks the face of this earth. If you could just care about people the way you are caring about that mallard at this moment, it would make you a different person. You would know the heart of God." (from entry 12)
I believe God wants us to make a difference. Part of making a difference should include taking an interest in others coming to know Christ in a personal way. When is the last time you made a difference in someones life by introducing them to the Church and telling them about Christ?
I realize that it may be hard to believe, but you can attend church your entire life and never really make a difference. It's your choice as to what level you want to get involved in the ministries of the church. But, as your level of involvement increases so do the chances of making a difference in someones life (maybe yours).
Are you involved in the ministries of your church? Do you care about people?
Are you making a difference?
If you could just care about people the way you care about __________ at this moment, it would make you a different person. You would know the heart of God.
