“No” Is A Biblical Choice

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I’ve met folks who seem unable to say no. Especially if someone at church asks them for help. Jesus said no. He said no to good things people wanted from Him. He didn’t say no because what was asked was wrong, He said no because He had limits.

I think a big part of this is knowing what you’re called to do. If someone wants your help with something outside what you’re called to do, will helping them interfere with you doing what you’re called to do?

As a starting place, one thing you’re called to do is to love, protect, provide for, and care for your wife and children. Biblically, this is one of your highest priorities. If doing those things well means you have to say no to other requests, then saying no is the only biblical response. 

BTW, if someone gets upset at you for putting your family where they belong in your priorities, that person is out of line. If they expect you to put them ahead of your family, they are not your friend. 

Beyond your family, what has God called you to do? If you don’t know, I suggest you figure it out. Few of us had a clue about this at twenty and many had little more than a clue at twenty-five. But during your thirties, you should figure it out. 

BTW, I know a fellow in his fifties who has known for a long time his calling is to be a janitor. He works at a local school and does what he can to make the kids there feel special. I’ve also seen him use his skills at church and to help folks in their homes. For him, cleaning is a ministry and he is faithful and skilled at it.

A post worth reading:

Dr. Corey Carlisle | Know your worth ◄ On answering His call for our life.

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