[1] Therefore, my beloved and longed-for brethren, my joy and crown, so stand fast in the Lord, beloved. [2] I implore Euodia and I implore Syntyche to agree in the Lord. [3] And I urge you also, true companion, help these women who labored with me in the gospel, with Clement also, and the rest of my fellow workers, whose names are in the Book of Life.
I believe in the sovereignty of God. I have no reason to doubt what God can do and I don't believe we can prevent His plans from coming to pass. God will do what God does.
I do believe that our free will can hinder the ministry of others. Backbiting, complaining, and negativity have no place in ministry. I don't necessarily agree with everything done by everyone... but I am NOT called to do what they do. I am called to love, support, and encourage each one of my brothers and sisters. My burden should default to Christ-centered support of God's Kingdom.
God doesn't need my help doing His job. He desires my obedience to Him.
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