Gal 2:20
I have been crucified with Christ, now I am no longer the one who lives, but is Christ that lives in me.
(Galatians 2:20)
George Muller, known for his great faith and ministry to orphans, was asked the secret of his fruitful service for the Lord. He said, “There was a day when I died…utterly died.” As he spoke, he bent lower and lower until he almost touched the floor. “I died to George Muller—his opinions, his preferences, tastes, and will—died to the world, its approval or censure—died to the approval or blame even of my brethren and friends—and since then I have studied only to show myself approved unto God.”
Everyone I know who has been greatly used by God has gone through an experience of “dying to self” as described in Galatians 2:20. It is not until we know the reality of “death to self” that we can live for Christ, allowing God to truly use us for His purpose and Glory.