God's Corporation

“For the kingdom of heaven is like a man traveling to a far country, who called his own servants and delivered his goods to them. And to one he gave five talents, to another two, and to another one, to each according to his own ability; and immediately he went on a journey."

It was a little over a year ago and about the same time being a new believer in Christ, I had an issue with a woman who came to my property. I was having a garage sale and she was the only one that showed. Mowing the lawn I could see her driving towards me, not on the clear dirt driveway, but on my grass. Now I live in the country here in Vermont, but I have driveways and enjoy keeping the land free of cars driving all over it. I said the sale was at my garage and she could follow the driveway not on the grass and I would meet her there. She obnoxiously drove to my side on the grass and said she would follow me there…driving on the

grass. So, at that point I failed as a believer. A simple test to remain slow to anger, be humble, watch my words; I told her to get off the property. Ooops. Of course, she thought I was jealous of her Mercedes and stated so as she drove on my grass and off the property. I was so mad at myself. It did not need to escalate to that point and it was an opportunity to be the newer version of me. To cool down I went for a walk with the dogs. So, bringing the matter to God, after apologizing of course, we discussed it further. Do you know what He did? He walked me down memory lane of all the jobs I have had in my lifetime and businesses I have run or owned. I was an office manager for a State Farm agent in Malibu after being a top retail store manager. Sold sod for a while, at home mom for a while, partnered a restaurant, and now own a business here in Vermont. You do not need my resume but pointing out I have always been in sales and service to the public. Then He reminded me how I had a knack for handling customers…even the ones that complained. I always tried to cater to make people happy and if they were dissatisfied, how could I resolve the situation. The point He was making is that I should be thinking of God’s people as His customers. He is the corporation; I am in His sales department.

Lightbulb moment for me. This also, He pointed out, would bring clarity to witnessing for Him. I always worried because I am new to the Bible let alone have not memorized scripture much at all. But He reminded me I have always chose to work for or be in business for a product I believed in; otherwise you can’t talk about it with confidence. Blew me away with how accurate He was. The fact that I am a very extraverted person and happy around others; a social being. Why do I bring this up you ask? Well I was looking back over the past 2 years and thinking I have been somewhat stagnant; reading my journal I can see I have not. Much growth and understanding has happened; many changes in my life and those I have prayed for. I have started my website for God, always trying to improve and add to it, as well as the social media platforms I most recently started. I have had no transportation for about 6 weeks so I have not been anywhere to see anyone. When I was working I didn’t get home until late so again, I wasn’t anywhere with other people to witness to. So, this has made me feel productive for God and His will and overcome such an obstacle. Now back to God and His Corporation. It was interesting how it all broke down. We have God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit as the chief officers. Then we have the churches where you can find the product; the storefront. Then the individual sales people, or disciples, spreading the

word, or the product value. All running at a zero-cost margin. I loved it! It broke it down for me and my part. I could work myself up to a storefront or be satisfied with just my sales level position. The product, Jesus’ love, and salvation; it was a no brainer! The fact that it is free seals the deal. Now I am sure there will be some people to comment negatively, how God is not a sales pitch and I am going to hell, etc. But sorry folks, break it down and it is, and He had the conversation with me not you. Let us break it down further:

1. A corporation has a president, treasurer, and a secretary. Similar to The Father, The Son, and The Holy Spirit. What is the definition of a salesperson? “A person whose job is to sell a product or service in a given territory, in a store, or by telephone, or on line.”

2. What is the product? Again, Jesus’ grace and mercy. He paid the fees for all of us and therefore redeemed us. Now all we have to do is accept it, for free.

3. What would be the mission statement? I am thinking it is a very long one but the Bible! “A mission statement is a concise explanation of the organization’s reason for existence. It describes the organization’s purpose and its overall intention. The mission statement supports the vision and serves to communicate purpose and direction to employees, customers, vendors, and other stakeholders.”

4. As any corporation looks to continually expand and grow, so does our King, Lord, and Savior. The company pitch? Why not Jesus. In a world of continuous turmoil why not accept His peace knowing He is in control. Who wouldn’t want to live for eternity in a glorified, immortal, incorruptible body? Why wouldn’t anyone not want to feel secure in all situations because they have the Creator in their wheel house? If He is for you who can be against you? Who could not want to be on the team that smacked down death? He sacrificed Himself to give us eternal life with Him; that is true love. He keeps all His promises, never lies, paid our debt, forgives and gives, and a great listener. He is selective who He chooses (it is not always who you think it is), He cares about quality not quantity. He is all about relationship. Key ingredient to the Corporation or Kingdom if you will; relationship.

5. In a nutshell all you must do is believe that Jesus is your Lord and Savior. That He died on the cross and was resurrected. That He paid your debt of sin and you are now washed clean by His blood. Zero cost. In addition, to continuously try to grow and mature as a believer, and share His word via word of mouth; or like me, I started my website, www.walkingdeadoralive.com , do what works for you. I cannot see myself in a store front; pastoring a church. But look, we have stores online now so who knows what God has in store for me.

As for the complaint department, hahaha, I accept any inquiries you might have. People constantly say how could there be a God if He allows all these horrible tragedies? Or if there is a God why does He allow all the tragedies. Very good questions. Jesus invites us to keep on asking, seeking and knocking. “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and he who seeks finds, and to him who knocks it will be opened.” Matthew 7:7-8

What do I mean by my complaint department? Ask questions of me if you want. Visit my website to review information and let me know your thoughts. Visit information in the Bible; just research, listen, and look. Remember in the mall of religion even not choosing is still a choice. My point is, you cannot just make a sweeping statement God allows tragedies or there cannot be a God with all the horror we see or experience. You have to research and listen to the why’s and what it all means and the whole enchilada so to speak. You cannot just take a sneak peak and think you understand. So, drop a note in the Suggestion Box, please be polite, and start a dialogue. But start, because we never know when our last breath will be and you do not want to miss this “sale”!