He demands I look away from the ideas which drove a lifetime.  A lifetime, of dedication to fulfillment of the internal drives to get, obtain, use, possess and stimulate.  A lifetime, which to most could be perfectly rewarding when viewed through global, national or certain philosophical norms.  A lifetime, although even when philanthropic carried with it a choice to forgo the promises of the unseen eternal residence with God.  Could I truly stand being dirt poor, diseased, cast out, alone or hated if it meant that at the end of that unbearable living I would sit at the feet of The Father, known, loved, perfectly engaged?

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This is not easy, this life.  There are Brothers and Sisters who are fleeing for their lives at this moment knowing that their decision to follow Christ will bring punishment if not death to their loved ones.  What then can I do to support their brave and courageous decision?  Shall I stand up to politician, asking that monies be dedicated to protecting their rights?  Absolutely.  Shall I attempt to raise awareness of their plight while alerting the world to the rationality and the sound reasons for such dedication?  Absolutely.  Shall I shine His reflected light for those who would find route to the skinny path leading them away from the broad, well-traversed road to destruction?  Absolutely.  Shall I give whatever it personally takes to feed, shelter, encourage and edify them as they run toward eternity?  Absolutely.  What will it cost me in this life time to see as many of them join us in the next?  If I am fortunate and true, Absolutely, everything.

He is worthy of my praise and my service to His children.  Glorious God, Glorious God, Almighty for ever and for ever.  Jesus, Lord.