Your Daily Crossroad
09
Nov '21
Reflection of His Glory
09
Nov '21
But we all, with open face beholding as in a glass the glory of the Lord, are changed into the same image from glory to glory, even as by the Spirit of the Lord. (2 Corinthians 3:18)
You are a reflection of His glory.
The Greek verb “metamorphoō” is the same word used for Jesus’ being transfigured on the mountain. In the same way, it was also used for our transfiguration through the renewing of our minds. Christ’s glory is the source of the transformation that takes place inside us. The more we gaze and behold His beauty, the more transformed we become by His glory!
Because of this holy process, we are radiant, regal and righteous in God’s eyes.
We don’t have to fear failure or feel condemned by our performance. Since the love of God never fails, we can trust and depend on His sufficiency, not ours. When we gaze His way, the radiance He sees within us increases, because we are mirroring His beautiful glory right back at Him!
God is able to simultaneously view you in the present and future. He sees you for who you are now and who you will be as He continues to transform you, loving you as if you were already perfect!
Keeping this in mind can help us overcome the fear of failure and the habit of being self critical.
As you go through today, try to view yourself the way God sees you. Radiant, lovely, righteous, and regal! He has removed the veil from your eyes so that you could become a mirror of His beauty and glory… a complete reflection of His kingdom!
Have a beautiful and uplifting day in The Lord!
04
Nov '21
His Joy
04
Nov '21
These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full. (John 15:11)
His joy is our strength!
Let this truth wash over you today. When God created you, He created you for joy and peace.
Where do you get this joy? From Him! For He is the boundless, over-flowing and ultimate source of joy.
While other blessings and gifts in this life can also give us joy, they are only temporary.
Despite the numerous distractions of the world, fix your eyes on God.
He is the only one who can grant you the complete soul-satisfaction you desire.
He created us for the very purpose to have a deep loving relationship with Him, making Him the only one capable of satisfying our longing for wholeness.
He is the only perfect and infinite source of joy, making Him the most reliable and worthy person to receive your attention.
Look to Him as your joyful focus today, knowing He will never run out. Whisper His name in loving remembrance and pour out your heart to Him, knowing that He is faithful to grant you His strength!
Have a beautiful and uplifting day in The Lord!
02
Nov '21
Set Apart
02
Nov '21
Because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy. (1 Peter 1:16)
Everything about God is holy.
But what exactly is holiness?
The Hebrew translates “holy” as “to be set apart”.
As the King of Kings and Lord of Lords, He is set apart from all other false gods.
As God’s obedient and beloved children, we are called to be Holy and set apart just as He is.
The day we started our walk with God and accepted Him into our heart, we are called to never again shape our lives by the world’s standards or by the desires that once ruled us before knowing Him.
Instead, we are to shape our lives in accordance with the Holy Spirit and the standard of His word.
Every day, we should prepare our minds and hearts for action. We must roll up our sleeves and be on alert for what the Holy Spirit is doing and what He is speaking to us. By living each day with holy awe and reverence, our hearts will be in a better position to hear from Him and be sensitive to His direction.
Keep in mind, true holiness is not just about doing good things, but also about what we absorb and manifest by dwelling in God’s holy presence. Christ himself is our holiness, as His grace has also imbedded holiness into our lives, further helping us to yield to the Holy Spirit living inside us!
To be holy is to be completely devoted to God. It is to be a true representative of who He is and His kingdom.
When we walk into a room, our love for Jesus should be tangible, because He is walking in there with us.
He did not call us to blend in or be invisible among a crowd, but instead to be walking lighthouses of His glory and freedom-giving love!
Understand today that you are seated in Heavenly places with God. Walk in your true identity as His beloved son or daughter, knowing you have been set apart for holiness!
Have a beautiful and uplifting day in The Lord!
28
Oct '21
Spiritual Health
28
Oct '21
I had fainted, unless I had believed to see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. (Psalm 27:13)
Each day, week, and year, there are things we do to take care of ourselves.
We eat, work out and sleep.
We have check-ups, haircuts, and dental appointments.
While all these things are essential to healthy living, we often fail to remember that our spiritual health is just as important.
To grow in Christ and live a life pleasing to Him, we must be in God’s Word each day.
We need to renew our minds with Scripture and prayer. By meditating on the Scriptures, we learn how to live as new creations.
We discover God’s ways of doing things which will always lead to a life of wisdom and peace.
Today, make it a priority to keep up with your spiritual health. Dedicate time each day to reading and understanding the principles God has for you. Your heart and mind will be grateful.
What a powerful devotion. Choose today to renew your mind with scripture and prayer. Amen.
Have a beautiful and uplifting day in The Lord!