This morning I have been reminded of how God is FOR us. I often get caught up in the "do this, don't do that," part of being a Christ-follower, and today God's Word reminded me that the "do this" part is because he wants the very best for us, not just a good life, but a full, abundant life, one that doesn't shake or waver in the face of trouble, and one that isn't competed with by the fake attractions of this world.
When you get a second, check out Luke 6:27-49. Prepare to be challenged, yes, but at the same time, notice the end goal. At the end of this section (after all of the "do this" stuff) Jesus says, "But the one who hears my words and puts them into practice . . . He is like a man building a house, who dug down deep and laid a foundation on rock . . . the torrent struck the house but COULD NOT SHAKE IT, because it was well built." GOD IS FOR US. His commands are for our best, for lives that are DEEPLY ROOTED in His truth, hope, and joy. Why wouldn't I surrender to his authority? Why wouldn't I ask Him each day to be my guide and to help me listen to his voice and obey?
I don't know about you, but trouble has come in my life on many occasions, and also many fake "gods" have tried to rob me of my joy in Christ. Because of this, and knowing these obstacles will continue to come, I want a DEEPLY ROOTED foundation in Christ, one that cannot be shaken or competed with.
So, Lord God, this morning I surrender again to your authority, asking for your Holy Spirit to govern my living today. Please defeat my fleshly attempts to control my life; rather, empower me through your Spirit to listen to your commands and put them into practice. Be exalted, Jesus, as you help me live a life of love today.
I hope this encourages you all today. :)
5 comments:
awesome!
Thank you for the encouragemet--I am so proud of you!
Friend, thanks for being such a leader in our friendship. These words are so encouraging, thanks for listening.
This is the best post...I really needed it. I just got done venting about how I no longer find comfort when someone tells me..."You will bring her home in Gods time...its all in Gods timing....and..."she wont be there one day longer than God intended"... as we are STILL trying to pass court. But this post is comforting. I know He is on our side and the devil has stolen my joy. I am trying so hard to lean on Him. Thanks for the awesome post.
I really like your blog, it is happy, when most of the world is not. I was woundering what relgion you are...I think I know, becuse I found this blog by googling 'love is spoken here'. But no why to be sure. So can you drop me a line? Thanks.
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