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Utility Player Christians

David Gyertson, Ph.D. | posted 10/24/2007
This article provided by the Engstrom Institute

The day had come-finally.

As the newly trained chef stood before the door of the manor house, he felt himself overcome with thanksgiving. Long had he hoped and prayed for the opportunity to join the household of the one who rescued him from a life of destruction and distraction. Now nothing was more important than using the culinary skills and talents he honed so sacrificially for the benefactor who had done so much for him. The door opened. Standing before him was the Lord of the manor and the opportunity to fulfill the dreams of a lifetime.

"Welcome home," the Master said. "We have your place ready." As the chef walked in, the Master continued, "I know you are well equipped for the tasks of leading my banquet staff. However, I have great needs in my fields. Will you serve me where I need you most—for as long as necessary—perhaps a lifetime?" As the chef contemplated these words, he found his initial disappointment disappearing quickly. "Yes" was his reply. In that moment, he ...

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