(Part 6)
8 Continued
No one broadcasted God’s miracles, and yet spiritual gifts followed them everywhere. No one mentioned social welfare, and yet they took care of widows and orphans. What they received in the Spirit could not be divorced from their fervent prayers in the Upper Room.
9. Be willing to bear the Cross
We must arm ourselves for suffering when treading a lonely path. No one needs to be ashamed of the Gospel, but should emulate the death of the Lord. Stimulate the life of the Lord in others around you.
Be willing to go the extra mile to suffer with the Lord, setting aside fame and gain. Hide yourself in the Lord; break the earthen vessel so that His name may be glorified. Be prepared to be crushed like olive in the olive press, that the oil may be extracted for the glory of the church.
