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In Progress or Completed?

Posted on Apr 22, 2019 in Devotions | Tags: Completed, Hebrews 10:14

For by one offering he hath perfected for ever them that are sanctified. (Hebrews 10:14)

It’s satisfying to finish a job. Each month, for instance, one of my job responsibilities gets moved from one category to another, from “In Progress” to “Completed.” I love clicking that “Completed” button. But last month when I clicked it, I thought, If only I could overcome rough spots in my faith so easily! It can seem like the Christian life is always in progress, never completed.

Then I remembered Hebrews 10:14. It describes how Christ’s sacrifice redeems us totally. So in one important sense, that “completed button” has been pressed for us. Jesus’s death did for us what we couldn’t do for ourselves: He made us acceptable in God’s eyes when we place our faith in Him. It is finished, as Jesus Himself said (John 19:30). Paradoxically, even though His sacrifice is complete and total, we spend the rest of our lives living into that spiritual reality—“being made holy,” as Hebrews’ author writes.

The fact that Jesus has finished something that’s still being worked out in our lives is hard to understand. When I’m struggling spiritually, it’s encouraging to remember that Jesus’s sacrifice for me—and for you—is complete . . . even if our living it out in this life is still a work in progress. Nothing can stop His intended end from being achieved eventually: being transformed into His likeness (see 2 Corinthians 3:18).

Jesus, thank You for giving Your life for us. Help us trust You as we grow into followers whose lives look more and more like Yours, knowing that You are the one who makes us complete. Amen.

Today’s devotion blessed me. It reminded me that God is at work to make us who He intends us to be. Trust Him along the way and be obedient as He leads, guides and instructs you. He is indeed The One who makes us complete, I love that.

Have a beautiful and uplifting day in The Lord!

Today’s Reading is Romans 1:20

Apr '19

Looking For Direction In Life?

Posted on Apr 18, 2019 in Devotions | Tags: His Word, Psalm 119:205

Apr '19

Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. (Psalm 119:105)

Looking for direction in life? Confused about the next step? Concerned about which path to take and which one not to take? If you answered “yes” God has a Word for you on this morning.

LOOK NO FURTHER!

The “Word of God” is our compass in life. It is also our guide, our helper, our deliverer, our peace, our joy, our redemption and our everlasting promise.

The Psalmist of this text declares that the “Word of God” is a lamp unto his feet and a light unto his path.

The light of God’s Word makes things clear and visible so that we will not trip and fall into the traps and snares of the enemy.

When God’s Word becomes a lamp unto our feet and a light unto our path, He leads us in the paths of righteousness for His name’s sake.

The Word of God is the Christian life support, our sustaining power, our oxygen tank, our feeding tube, our guiding light and our eternal hope of glory.

As Christians, we must daily search the Word of God, study it, believe it and obey it for indeed it is a lamp unto our feet and a light unto our path.

Without the light of God’s Word we will continue to stumble in the dark. We will never make it to our destination because we will not be able to see our way out of where we are. It is the light of God’s Word that illuminates our path.

How are you keeping your lamps burning? I can only hope and pray that it is by the leading of God’s Word alone.

To walk in the light we must enter the small gate and stay on the narrow path. Matthew 7:13-14 “Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat:Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it”.

Avoiding darkness involves the daily choices of choosing to walk in the light of God’s Word.

Walking in the light means disconnecting from the darkness of situations, people, places and things that hinders clear vision.

It is the Word of God that has the power unto salvation.

It is the Word of God that has lead all of us who are saved, out of darkness into God’s marvelous light.

The Word of God is a guiding light! Are you being lead by it? Or, are you still walking in darkness?

Thank you Lord for your guiding light, for indeed it is a light unto my path.

Still looking for direction in life? Look no further!

I pray this opens your heart to understanding God’s direction for your life. Although you may not understand everything you read in the Bible, if you put aside your biases and ask the Holy Spirit to guide your thoughts and understanding, God’s Word will speak clearly to your heart. Then give thanks for his Word and put it into practice to please and serve him, today and every day.

Thank you, Lord, for your clear and excellent Word. By your Holy Spirit, guide my understanding as I read and listen so that I will find light for my path today. Amen.

Have a beautiful and uplifting day in The Lord!

Today’s Reading is Hebrews 7:25

Apr '19

God Is Our Fortress

Posted on Apr 17, 2019 in Devotions |

Apr '19

He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust. (Psalm 91:1-2)

Throughout the Psalms (praise songs) David refers to God as his fortress, refuge, and strength.

He faced many physical and spiritual battles throughout his life and saw firsthand how God provides a strong fortress regardless of what attacks us.

In the ancient world the fortress was often walled off from the rest of the city, supplied with food, water, and ammunition where the people could be protected and the city could be defended.

David knew that he did not need to fear, because in God he found a fortress stronger than any attack this world could muster.

We all have our own fortresses that we run to when we face overwhelming circumstances.

These fortresses can take the shape of people or relationships.

They can also be material things in our lives that we think will bring happiness and take our minds off of our problems. Like David, we should realize that the one true fortress we have is with the one true God.

This fortress will always protect and never let down.

After reading this devotion I was reminded of that old hymn we still sing in our church, Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus. What a beautiful reminder. When we turn our eyes upon Jesus the things of earth will grow strangely dim in the light of His glory and grace. Is God your fortress? I challenge you today to run into His open arms.

Have a beautiful and uplifting day in The Lord!

Today’s Reading is Psalms 90:17

Apr '19

God’s Eternal Promise

Posted on Apr 16, 2019 in Devotions | Tags: Blessed, Genesis 9:13-15

Apr '19

I do set my bow in the cloud, and it shall be for a token of a covenant between me and the earth.And it shall come to pass, when I bring a cloud over the earth, that the bow shall be seen in the cloud:And I will remember my covenant, which is between me and you and every living creature of all flesh; and the waters shall no more become a flood to destroy all flesh. (Genesis 9:13–15)

I was taught as a child that the rainbow symbolized God’s promise that He would never again destroy the earth with water. Every time it rained, I looked for the rainbow and I remembered God’s promise. Since moving to Southern California, I have seen fewer rainbows, mainly because it seldom rains here. But as the winter brings seasonal rains, I find myself once again searching the skies for that rainbow. What a joy to see that beautiful arc of colors when the sun breaks through the clouds!

As beautiful as the rainbow is, there is still nothing as beautiful as another symbol that Christians look toward. The symbol of a cross representing the cross of Christ. Just as the rainbow is a sign of God’s promise to not destroy the earth with water, the cross is a sign of God’s eternal promise of salvation. As Jesus, Son of God, died on a cross, the cross would forevermore represent God’s covenant of grace and love. The cross is a symbol reminding us that Jesus died for our sins. For those who believe in Jesus, the cross represents a covenant of everlasting life with God in heaven.

Rainbows and crosses are just two ways that God reminds us of His covenants, or promises, to us. What other ways does God remind you of His promises for your life? Be encouraged and hopeful because the Lord will never let you down, He will keep every promise. Sit down with His word and ask Him to show you His promises for you today. You might be surprised at the reminders that He will give you. And never let a rainbow or a cross go unnoticed…take a moment when you see them and give God praise for keeping His promises.

I am encouraged and hopeful today. Why? Because I am reminded through today’s devotion that The Lord will never let me down, ever. He keeps every promise. It may not turn out the way I thought it would but when I take each step in faith believing and trusting Him, I won’t be disappointed because He reminds me daily just how blessed I am. Weather it be be through a rainbow, a cross, my spouse, my children, my health or my family and the list goes on, I am blessed. Remember today, He deserves our praise.

Have a beautiful and uplifting day in The Lord!

Today’s Reading is 2 Peter 3:9

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