Israel is God’s people. As Christians, we are grafted in as sons and daughters also. We all worship the same God
Those who are led by the Spirit of God are adopted in as sons and daughters of God. We are not automatically called His children at birth.
Romans 8:14-16 (KJV)
14 For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God.
15 For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father.
16 The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God:
Our faith in Jesus is what allows us to be led by the Holy Spirit. God then adopts us in as His child through our true faith in Christ.
Jesus is the creator of all things heaven and earth. That makes him our Lord and our God and not our brother.
As saints of God, we do more than pray for others, but also supplicate, pray, intercede, and give thanks for them also.
Romans 8:1,2 (KJV)
1 There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.
2 For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death.
Spend time with God daily! Then, will you walk in the ways of the Spirit and not walk in the flesh. This is unto salvation. Amen.
Standing up for gay rights goes against what the Bible says. Homosexuals are not children of God and saying that they are is wrong.
When I look at this world I see many people that go to church, do worship and act their part well, where really their lives are often contrary to God.
It is the children of God that God has mercy upon. Those that call upon the Name of Jesus and do what He says will be found worthy.
Romans 8:13,14 (KJV)
13 For if ye live after the flesh, ye shall die: but if ye through the Spirit do mortify the deeds of the body, ye shall live.
14 For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God.
Romans 8:28 (KJV)
28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
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.
Just to think about what the Lord Jesus has done for me and all mankind is amazing. My mind is blown just thinking about the cross.
We learn of the Lord Jesus’s power when it is written, “The Lord shall send the rod of thy strength out of Zion: rule thou in the midst of thine enemies.”
Know this that God does not live in wicked people or places. He is holy, and if you desire to be in His presence, you ought to also live for Him.
Many things we are attached to in life are idols and must be forsaken to be in His will. Look at the second commandment, for instance.
Being led by God is much different than being led by your own self and hoping or thinking you are saved.
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”.
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.
Don’t be a phony but a warrior for Christ. When all your friends are going out drinking and invite you to tag along, just say no.
God’s ways are good. He is the meaning of all good things. The Father’s great love changes lives. What the Lord offers, people would run for, if they truly knew the meaning.
The next day, I turned on a Christian radio station and the song lifesong, by Casting Crowns, was playing. In this moment, an incredible feeling of peace came over me.
When you feel glad, praise the Lord. Lift up the name of Jesus in song and worship. God does so much for us.
Oh Lord, I can feel your great love. You are always there for me. I can count on You. I am no longer weak but strong in your will, oh God.
Though we may be weak, the Lord will help us become strong. He will strengthen us and lift us up from our burdens.
I am amazed at the great love of Jesus. This love has given me hope for a better day. He makes me feel loved and cherished.
We must control our lusts before God. If we are easily given over to the flesh than there is something wrong with our lives.