Speak Truth

Sam and I had a good discussion this morning about ministry. One thing we discussed was how often times we worry about being too invasive or judging and so we won't speak truth into people's lives. Or we will spoon feed basic biblical truths but not really call people into the lives that God wants for them. I'm fed up with that. I want to be able to speak the truth in love, and not worry so much about potentially upsetting people or offending some people. I understand the need to be gentle and loving in how you approach people and the motivation behind what you do, but it is so important to be willing to speak truth to others. In particular, we need to tell people who they really are in Christ. Identity in Christ is key, because it allows us to truly embrace our real self. There is great power in knowing who we are, knowing what Jesus has done for us. I am convinced I need to be more forward in encouraging people to live up to the calling God has called us to (Let us live a life worthy of the calling we have received). Allright that's it, just a quick ramble.