Provoked
When we think of the word provoke, it ususally is in a negative connotation. Yet as I think about the opportunities we have to go into churches, preach and meet people; I wonder if we provoke them in a positive way.
Hebrews 10:24 “And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works”. In 2 Corinthians 9:2 “For I know the forwardness of your mind, for which I boast of you to them of Macedonia, that Achaia was ready a year ago; and your zeal hath provoked very many.”
The word provoke means to stimulate. Do we stimulate others to read their Bible, pray, give, serve, love, etc..? It is my prayer that when you go into churches that they are provoked and stimulated to love, serve and give to God’s work more than ever before. May you provoke and influence many for the kingdom of heaven.
If your zeal has cooled off, get alone with God in prayer and the word and become a blazing ember for His honor and glory. As you set yourself on fire, people will come watch you burn. May God use you to provoke many for God’s glory!
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