Most people have doormats near their front doors that say: Welcome. I’ve often thought of getting one of those funny doormats that say: GO AWAY. I am highly selective about who I want in my home. I find uninvited visitors to be an imposition. So, I wasn’t too thrilled when I read the following sentences:
“We somehow have the idea that a person called to the ministry is called to be different and above other people. But according to Jesus Christ, he is called to be a “doormat” for others.” (Oswald Chambers, My Utmost for His Highest)
My current, snarky attitude is a long way off from being a welcoming doormat for anyone. I am reluctant to allow others to wipe their feet, smear their dirt, and walk all over me!
Jesus became a doormat--abused, stepped on, imposed upon--all to wipe away our sins as we entered into God’s presence. So, can I not also welcome others to scrape their mess onto me as they approach God?
I’m not willing to be a doormat just anywhere, but only in the house of the Lord.
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