Unfortunately, we can’t have it both ways…we can’t say “Yes” to the Lord and then disregard His Laws. If we want His power and authority in our life, we must turn our backs on our old ways and the sinful nature we once had.
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Matthew 25:40 ” Jesus replied, ‘ I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of Mine, you did for Me.’ “
Sometimes when I’m dealing with a particularly surly, angry, or overbearing person, the Lord will quietly remind me that it may be Himself, in disguise, wanting to see how I’ll conduct myself. Will I repay evil with evil…or will I show compassion and understanding? Or if I see an elderly person struggling with groceries in the parking lot…will I go to their aid or walk away? We never really know when He may be checking on us.
Colosians 2: 6-7 ” So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live in Him, rooted and built up in Him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.”
Saying “Yes” to Jesus isn’t a one time deal, rather it’s a life-long journey that starts anew each morning you wake up and greet the new day. It’s a constant renewing of your faith in the Lord as you face each new challenge…your trust growing ever deeper as you see Him working in your life. Thank you Lord for your love and faithfulness!
Exodus 14:14 ” The Lord will fight for you; you need only be still.”
Why won’t we allow the Lord to fight our battles for us? Rather than standing there quietly watching Him do all the work, we’d rather chatter on incessantly, running here and there, usually making more of a mess of it than before. Over and over in the Word it states to, “Be still before the Lord and watch what He can do…” God really doesn’t need your help…just stand silently and see the miraculous things He can accomplish.
I Samuel 1: 27-28 ” I prayed for this child, and the Lord has granted me what I asked Him. So now I give him to the Lord.”
Hannah was barren and had pleaded with the Lord for a child…and God gave her Samuel. But she also realized that her little boy still belonged to the Lord, so she dedicated Samuel to God’s service. When we pray and implore the Lord for some special thing in our life…and then receive it, we too must also remember…it still belongs to Him.
Deuteronomy 2:2-3 ” Then the Lord said to me,’ You have made your way around this hill country long enough…’ “
The Lord has a way of teaching us lessons. If we’re a quick study and obey immediately, we move forward with Him. But if we ignore or refuse to heed the message…He will “send us around the mountain one more time”…until we’re again facing that same old matter. Depending on our willingness, stubbornness, or just plain stupidity will determine how many times we make that long trip around.
Jeremiah 10:12 ” But God made the earth by His power; He founded the world by His wisdom and stretched out the heavens by His understanding.”
The Lord is the Maker of all things…He brought into existence the land, sea, and sky for our enjoyment and pleasure. By His infinite wisdom everything was formed perfectly…with careful attention to every detail. We thank you Lord for the vast beauty around us…and we thank you for the opportunity to enjoy it all.
Jeremiah 4: 3-4 “…Break up your unplowed ground and do not sow among thorns. Circumcise yourselves to the Lord, circumcise your hearts…”
If your Christian life seems to be unfruitful, the first question to ask yourself is…am I getting filled in order to be emptied? Getting into the Word daily is vitally important, as is seeking the Lord through prayer. If your life is dry and barren as a desert scene, it may be time to renew your commitment to the Lord…and then watch your desert flourish into an oasis for others.
Isaiah 33:2 ” O Lord, be gracious to us; we long for you. Be our strength every morning, our salvation in time of distress.”
Be kind and merciful Lord as I wait on You. Be my strength when I have none, be my victory when I am filled with anguish…for in You Lord, I have found unfailing love. Amen
Isaiah 12: 2 ” Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The Lord, the Lord, is my strength and my song; He has become my salvation.”
When I tremble with fear…my confidence will be in You, and You only Lord. When my strength wanes within me…I will look to You to sustain me. When sorrow shrouds me like a fog, I will find my joy in Your song of love towards me. For Lord, you are my salvation, now and forevermore.
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