We are all in different places in our lives when our Father calls us and we choose to respond by submitting to Him as Lord over our lives. Some may be rich, some may be poor. In the past in societies where there were slaves, some came to the Lord as slaves and some as freedmen. There are clearly situations, such as slavery, in which it would be good to become free if it becomes possible. Similarly, in today’s culture, there are situations perhaps less dire, for which it would be good to become free from… such as poverty. However, when we come to follow the Lord as the leader of our lives, let us focus on that as our main thing. Let us focus on following Him where we are now… not waiting to follow Him after we change something in our lives.
21Were you called while a slave? Do not worry about it; but if you are able also to become free, rather do that. 22For he who was called in the Lord while a slave, is the Lord’s freedman; likewise he who was called while free, is Christ’s slave. 23You were bought with a price; do not become slaves of men. 24Brethren, each one is to remain with God in that condition in which he was called.
No matter what circumstances we find ourselves in, a personal relationship with our Father and Creator is a wonderful gift to be treasured. If we pursue it, our lives will be transformed from the inside out. It transforms us as individuals first, rather than our circumstances. Quite often then the circumstances may also change, but that is not the first focus. We must begin with the personal transformation of our beliefs, attitudes, and commitments… to submit fully to the Lord and seek prayerfully His help. Then through the Holy Spirit and through the study of the written word in the Bible, we can be transformed.
2And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect.
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