Day 23 - MyeongHwan Cha

Is there a specific Bible passage or verse that comes to mind in the context of “Less of Me and More of Him”?

‭‭‭‭Isaiah 55:8-9 For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, declares the Lord. 9 For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.

God is in control and knows more than I could possibly imagine. So, in moments where I start trying to hold onto what I want to do or giving up in situations I find myself in, this verse points me to the truth that God's ways and God's thoughts are greater than mine. He has a plan. Everything must happen for a purpose that I cannot see at the moment. For me, that is a reminder that I struggle with, but it gives me comfort and strength.

Briefly explain which areas of your life you find most difficult to surrender to Christ.

During the days that I have for myself, I don't really take the opportunity to spend any of it with God. Learning to find enjoyment and rest in God is definitely something that I find difficult, especially when I have days off.

Share the areas of your life that have shifted from self-centeredness to Christ-centeredness.

Honestly, many areas in my life haven't shifted to Christ-centeredness. But I think I made some progress in my prayer life. Taking the time to just reflect on Christ's work this Lent season has helped put things into perspective for me again, especially in prayer. There are everyday things that I worry about that I bring before God in prayer, but reflecting more on His Word and work has helped me to refocus on God's greater plans.

What are some practical ways you can display Christ to those around you?

A quote that comes to mind is, "The Christian shoemaker does his duty not by putting little crosses on the shoes, but by making good shoes because God is interested in good craftsmanship." Of course, every Christian should evangelize and serve. But simply working with faith and diligence is another practical way to display Christ. I'm reminded that the master I serve is not my employer but God.