Building Rome

They say that "Rome wasn't built in one day", so how long did it really take to build the great Eternal City? The answer is not that simple, because technically Rome is still being built - so that would make it around 2750 years for this 'long' work in progress. But, that is not really the point of the proverb, is it? Here is what I make of that lovely old adage:

In order to build the Roman Empire, the people (and leaders) of Rome, had to have a dream of something bigger than themselves. And once they had that vision, they began by laying one brick at a time. Each foundation was a step closer to the dream of a beautiful City and ultimately a magnificent Empire.

So, without getting into the pro's and con's of the Roman Legacy, let us take that simple saying to heart today - If we want to do something amazing for God and to create a Legacy that out-lives us, then we need to 'own' the dream/vision and start by laying one brick at a time. There is no faster way to complete the task - there are no short-cuts to achieve the tasks that lie before us.

1 Corinthians 3:10 - By the grace God has given me, I laid a foundation as a wise builder, and someone else is building on it. But each one should build with care.

 

Question: What is your ROME? 

 

Living in Grace

D3LM3

Making you fit for .....

We use the words 'to get fit' mostly in connection with physical exercise. But what if they actually implied - "to be ready" (in a spiritual sense?) This is what I make of the following words from the Message:

"His Holy Spirit, moving and breathing in you, is the most intimate part of your life, making you fit for himself. Don't take such a gift for granted." - Ephesians 4

Let us remember that the Spirit of God living and working in us, is helping us become more and more ready for the work that God has for us. We can either work with the Spirit in this process or against the Spirit.

Just remember that even though we may not see results immediately, God is working in and through us. 

Living in Grace
D3LM3