Monday, August 17, 2009

The Razor's Edge

“Does not the potter have the right to make out of the same lump of clay some pottery for noble purposes and some for common use?” Romans 9:21

If you have ever witnessed a potter’s wheel you can attest to the fact that whatever pressure is applied to the clay determines the result of the yield. By gently holding a razor to the clay it produces sharp and precise marks that cut deep but create definite characteristics in the piece.

When God applies pressure to certain areas of our lives we yield to that pressure enabling Him to create, mold and make lasting characteristics of Himself in our lives. There will be times when our lives will run smoothly and not require the sharpness of pain and trials. At other times, God will determine that His workmanship (Eph. 2:9) requires a reshaping and re-sharpening of our will, our purpose and our desires.

God will act according to His ultimate wisdom of what is required to bring us around to the closest image of His adored Son. He will use whatever pressure is necessary to keep us growing, molding into His Son’s image and developing into the one He recognizes as His child.

I love this quote by Kirk Franklin:

“I know the Lord is speaking to me when the voice I hear is always challenging, always convicting, and never allows me to be comfortable where I am. Not having a father, what an honor it is to have One who loves me so much that His greatest desire is to see me grow.”

Submit yourself to the Potter who sees the beautiful end result of His masterpiece and trust that He will apply the perfect amount of pressure to produce that amazing piece of work.

No comments: