The Nobel Prize is awarded annually to people in a variety of fields who
have made an extraordinary impact. Leaders in economics, physics, literature,
medicine, and peace are recognized for their contributions. When a person is
acknowledged with a Nobel Prize, it is the ultimate affirmation of years of
training, effort, education, and sacrifice in pursuit of excellence—investments
that are the source of their impact.
We might wish to make a significant impact spiritually in our world, but
we wonder, What is the source of spiritual and ministry influence? If we want to
make an extraordinary impact for Jesus Christ, what must we invest in?
Christ’s first followers were impacted from spending time with Jesus.
Israel’s religious leaders recognized this. Acts 4:13 tells us, “When
[the leaders] saw the boldness of Peter and John, and perceived that they were
uneducated and untrained men, they marveled. And they realized that they had
been with Jesus.”
Training and education are valuable in the service of the God, but
nothing can replace time spent in His presence. He is the source of whatever
spiritual impact we might have on our world. How much time have you been
spending with Jesus—your source of impact?
To master this life, spend time with God. (RBC
