A Statement of Dedicated Ministry

My calling is sure.  My challenge is big.  My vision is clear.  My desire is strong. My influence is eternal.  My impact is critical.  My values are solid.  My faith is tough.  My mission is urgent. My purpose is unmistakable. My direction is forward.  My heart is genuine.  My strength is supernatural.  My reward is promised.  And my God is real. ”

“I refuse to be dismayed, disengaged, disgruntled, discouraged, or distracted.  Neither will I look back, stand back, fall back, go back or sit back.  I do not need applause, flattery, adulation, prestige, stature or veneration.  I have no time for business as usual, mediocre standards, small thinking, normal expectations, average results, ordinary ideas, petty disputes or low vision.  I will not give up, give in, bail out, lie down, turn over, quit or surrender.  I’m dedicated to doing the work of the ministry. God help me.”

 There is such a thing as a “Seal of Good Housekeeping” that is given as a mark of approval.  As I read the above quotation, I thought of all the men and women that could make this declaration.  So many that we could approve of and to put a definitive seal of Kingdom approval on. 

I have friends in ministry in Mexico, India, China, Italy, Peru, Kazakhstan, San Francisco and so many other places.  They stand boldly and minister lovingly.  We must pray for them, all the time.  People like you and me who suffer with a mental illness are poor candidates for this level of intense ministry.  But we make great prayer warriors!

As we pray, standing in the gap for others, often we will experience a release from our own issues.  They just melt away.  I focus on you, and I won’t hurt as much.  I have to reach out, so God can reach in. This is what Jesus intends for me as His disciple; “in training.”

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Author: Pastor Bryan Lowe

A repentant rascal with definite issues, but who is seeking to be authentic in his faith to Jesus Christ. An avid reader and a hopeful writer. Husband and father. A pastor and Bible teacher. A brain tumor survivor. Diagnosed with clinical depression, and now disabled. Enjoys life, such as it is, in Alask.a (Actually I have it pretty good.)

6 thoughts on “A Statement of Dedicated Ministry”

  1. What a confirmation, Pastor B! Thank you! I have looked elsewhere for what I should or can do, when He keeps calling me to prayer. It’s finally kicking in. God bless you as you pray!

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  3. I have a strong desire to be able to claim this quote as my own, but there are parts I don’t know if I will ever be able to this side of eternity. But with God, all things are possible! I agree, however, that we must keep those who are already able to claim it in our prayers, to “stand in the gap.” I have a good friend who is a wonderful prayer warrior and taught me that concept of standing in the gap. She actually has taught me a lot that I know about prayer. It is an important role. Peace, Linda

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  4. Thank you Bryon for your inspiration. Although I do not carry your burden of mental illness, that does not prevent my compassion for you and other like souls. However, maybe we do share in focusing on an aspect of Christ’s suffering. Having carried the unwanted luggage of chronic, intractable migraines for over 20 years, I have found a unexpected “comfort” in setting my gaze upon a crown of thorns by my nightstand. The crown was a souvenier from the Holy Land sent to me by my brother-in-law. As the pain in my head plagues me while your mind deceives you, allow me to join you in prayer in the light of the crown Jesus wore for both of us.
    May God bless you and keep you all the days of your life brother.
    His indestructible peace,
    Chris

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  5. Hey Bryan,
    Hope you’re well. I really liked the picture of you last year. With the long goatee. You looked like some kind of Christian Monk/Sage – rather charming indeed. Enjoy your posts , oh wise one. Hope the family is well.

    Glen

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