From This Moment Forward

From this moment forward my life has changed; they dye has been cast out. I have stepped over the line, the decision has been made. I am now a disciple of Jesus Christ. I won't look back, let up, slow down or be still.

My past is redeemed, the present makes sense, and my future is secure. I am done with low living, small talking, colorless dreams, tamed visions, cheap living and dwarfed goals.

I no longer need pre-eminences, positions, promotions or popularity. I don't have to be right, first, recognized, praised, regarded or rewarded. I now live by faith, lean on His presence, walk with patience, am uplifted by prayer, and labor with power. My face is set, my gait is fast and my goal is heaven.

My road is narrow, my way is rough. My companions are few, my guide is reliable, my mission is clear. I cannot be bought, compromised, detoured, lured away divided or delayed. I will not flinch in the face of sacrifice, hesitate in the presence of the adversary, negotiate at the table of the enemy, ponder at the pool of popularity or meander in the maze of mediocrity. I won't give up, shut up, or let up until I have stayed up, stored up, and paid up for the cause of Christ.

I must go until He comes, give 'til I drop, preach 'til all know, and work 'til He stops me and when He returns for His own, He will have no problem recognizing me, my banner will be clear having conquered all conflicts.

California YSA Conference
August 8th & 9th 2009