Philemon 1:1-25
What God said to me – Repentance is the beginning of usefulness for I cannot use you until you have repented of your independence and turned to walk in dependence on Me. When you act independently of Me by going your own way, you cannot share in the joy that comes from submission to Me and being a part of carrying out My purposes in the world. Actively sharing your faith does not only mean verbalizing what you believe, it also means walking with Me moment by moment and seeking My direction at every turn. This is the kind of faith that gives you full understanding of all you have in Me. This is the kind of faith that makes you useful to Me.