The Pastor's Corner

“And why call Me, Lord, Lord,
and do not the things which I say?”
Luke 6:46

Have I intentionally, sincerely, and wholly abandoned by will for God’s? If not, why do I call Him Lord? Is it merely a title I ascribe to Him, a nickname for God, or the deep and fervent desire of my soul?

Calling Him Lord may acknowledge who He is while condemning myself for refusing to live under His authority. This raises profound questions about the nature of my faith and commitment. Am I merely paying lip service to a title, or do I truly recognize the implications of His lordship in every facet of my life?

If I claim to follow Him, what does that mean for my choices, my relationships, and my actions? The tension between my understanding of His sovereignty and my resistance to fully submit creates an internal conflict that cannot be ignored.

Perhaps the greatest challenge lies not in the acknowledgment of His position, but in the courage to embrace it wholeheartedly, allowing His guidance to shape my journey rather than clinging to my own desires and autonomy. In doing so, I confront the reality of what it means to live under His lordship, inviting transformation in areas I once withheld from His influence.

Lord, I say Your name often, but do I submit to Your lordship? Is my mind dominated by Your mind? Are my actions under Your authority? I know the answer to these questions and am filled with conviction and deep grief. I devote my life to die to self daily and live in the light of Your will. Amen