Jeremiah 20:10-13 / John 10:31-42
The test of time often reveals the true nature of things as well as the true nature of people.
So, what may look good and impressive at the beginning may not be so after a period of time.
And what started off with bright lights and big sounds may slowly taper off.
On the other hand, there may be some that start slow and seem to take their time.
One example is plants and trees. They take time to grow, but when they are matured, they are beautiful and also bear fruits.
A person’s work is the expression of his personality and character.
For Jesus, His work and His ministry expresses His nature as well as His relationship with God.
As Christians, we share in the nature of Jesus, and what we do expresses our faith and our relationship with Jesus.
May we always be united with Jesus, and in His time and in His way, we will bear fruits, fruits that will last, fruits that will glorify God, fruits that will be for the good of others.