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Timidity at Work
Timidity at work is always the hardest thing to overcome, right? It’s easy to tell a random stranger about Jesus because you may never see them again. If they think you’re a psycho, Jesus-loving, mental hospital escapee, that’s cool because their opinion isn’t that valuable to you. If you were to tell Bob from accounting about Jesus, it’s a little bit scarier, right? You see Bob everyday. What if he doesn’t react the way you imagined he would? What if he and all of accounting think you’re a psycho, Jesus-loving, mental hospital escapee? That could make your work environment a little uncomfortable.
Sometimes, as believers, we are timid with our faith because we’re so worried about the opinions of others. We choose our own comfort over the great commission. Jesus never called us to be comfortable, but instead to lead purpose-filled uncomfortable lives.
Focus: Speaking life into coworkers is no different than speaking to fellow believers! The Lord presents us with opportunities to share His love daily. We need to be open and aware of these opportunities. Think of a specific coworker you have that doesn’t know Jesus. How can you find an opportunity to share Jesus’ love with them?
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Has anyone ever called you timid? Timidity is defined as having a lack of courage or confidence. The Lord has recently given me a realization that I was being overcome by timidity and was completely unaware of it. Jesus wasn’t timid with his purpose when he took our sin and shame to the cross. Therefore I refuse to be timid in my faith for a God that courageously chases after me. This devotional will help you reflect on seven different areas of your faith where timidity may be trying to set in. I pray the Lord will give you an awareness of timidity in your life and will guide you as you overcome it.
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