“When the angels had returned to heaven, the shepherds said to each other, ‘Let’s go to Bethlehem! Let’s see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about.’” Luke 2:15 NLT
Famous has taught me a great deal about expectancy and anticipation. First of all, he knows exactly what the words out, squirrel, and “with me” mean. Suddenly on hearing those words, his attention and excitement peak, and all he is trying to figure out is how soon the front door will open. He understands he gets to participate in an event that has yet to happen, but one he has experienced many times before. He does not consider how this event will be rated, if he will be disappointed, if he is currently too busy, or if there is any risk involved. He knows his role is to be prepared to meet the opportunity as soon as possible.
Certainly the shepherds were excited when heralded by the heavenly host. They only saw opportunity in the decision to leave their flocks and abandon their duties to see this once in a earth-time miracle.
We must be just as excited whenever prompted by the Spirit to move, to act, to serve God. We should always be just as prepared for the door to open to us.
Never let me lose the joy and excitement of seeing Your work in my life!
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