When we love the Lord Jesus, all of these things become a part of our lives. As we give our lives to Christ, He is able to transform is.
Jesus explained what it takes to follow Him. He said, “he that loveth his life shall lose it; and he that hateth his life in this world shall keep it unto life eternal.”
God said that although the people, in his time, may not agree with his stance on God and His laws, he had no need to fear them, but to stay firm in his faith.
Speaking of giving, when we give what we have to those that have not, then it is not only doing God’s work but also brings a special feeling in the heart of the giver.
John 3:19-20 (KJV)
19 And this is the condemnation, that light is come into the world, and men loved darkness rather than light, because their deeds were evil.
20 For every one that doeth evil hateth the light, neither cometh to the light, lest his deeds should be reproved.
Those that are being led by God can see what is wicked and what is righteous. Everything that is of the world is made crystal clear to them.
There is power in the name of Jesus. Trust in Him and He will give you strength. We can do all things in Christ Jesus.
Some of you may recognize the gifts of the Spirit in your life, and others not so much. For me, God has given me the gift of wisdom, knowledge, faith, and to discern spirits.
Paul mentioned that there is a difference with somebody that is born again in the Spirit than someone that is living in the flesh.
The early church members are a great example of how a Christian ought to live a life for Christ. When I say ought to, it means desire to live righteously and get off of the path of wickedness.
John 3:16,17 (KJV)
16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
Jesus is the Messiah and was sent by His Father. He was spoken of and prophesied for many generations until He finally came.
I counsel you all to find true wisdom in life. The type of wisdom that is found only in the Lord. The knowledge we gain in this life can help us but true insight comes from God.
Those that believe and love God don’t only say they believe, they obey the Lord’s commands by letting the Spirit of God lead them.
Will you now “ponder the path of life” and where it is leading you. If you are not in a good spot with God, then repent.
People will come at us and say different things because of our faith. Some even do so, in order to discourage us. But do not get upset by it, instead respond in a positive way.
John 3:20,21 (KJV)
20 For every one that doeth evil hateth the light, neither cometh to the light, lest his deeds should be reproved.
21 But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest, that they are wrought in God.
The only way we can know if we are on the right path or not is if we are reading the Bible and praying to God on a regular basis.
The Bible makes it clear how we can know how to live and act for God. He teaches us to “take fast hold of instruction” and “let her not go” but keep it.
If your focus is on God, you won’t help it but desire to live by His laws. By doing so, you are showing your trust in Him above all else.
John 3:16-18 (KJV)
16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
18 He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God.
What Jesus has done on the cross is the greatest sacrifice of all. He has stepped into our place in judgement. We were found guilty but have been set free.
David declared, “Unto thee, O God, do we give thanks, unto thee do we give thanks: for that thy name is near thy wondrous works declare.”
What the Lord can do through us in prayer is more than we will ever know. Until we have given our hearts to God we will never know what this means.
There was a time, in days past, that each of us lived apart from God. We did what the lusts of the flesh desired.
It is true that each of us have a choice to believe in and follow Jesus. However, one way or another, all will, one day, “bow down before him”.
It is a very sad day when a family member or friend passes away, that didn’t believe in God for salvation.
If God has come to your rescue, then rejoice. Give Him thanks. Don’t just pray and receive but pray and give thanks. Give praise to the one who saves.
Come humbly before God in prayer. Confess your sins and lay your addictions at the feet of Jesus. Admit that you are a sinner and need a Savior.
My precious Jesus. You are the reason why I live. Your mercy has set me free. The cross has given me hope for a new day. Thank You Lord.
The Lord God knows who loves or hates His words. Most people would rather walk in the ways of the world then change their ways.