Your Daily Crossroad
12
Mar '20
Repentance
12
Mar '20
Now when Jesus had heard that John was cast into prison, he departed into Galilee; From that time Jesus began to preach, and to say, Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. (Matthew 4:12,17)
Our repentance is so important to God that he gave it to John the Baptist as his singular message!
When Jesus learned John was in prison, he began declaring the message himself…”repent, God is here!”
Let’s be honest: repentance has gotten a bad rap.
Repentance is viewed as a source of shame and guilt or reserved only for the really BIG sins.
But, the reality is repentance is both a blessing and a gift.
Repentance is a way to transform thought life and behavior.
Legalistic remorse says, “I broke God’s rules,” while real repentance says, “I broke God’s heart.” ~Tim Keller
Repentance is not about shame or guilt – It is about heart transformation! The result will be resounding joy as we lean in to God and turn away from our sin.
When was the last time you used the word repentance when you were talking to the Lord? When was the last time you repented to the people closest to you?
God I don’t want anything that I think, say or do to dull sensitivity to your voice. Help me develop a lifestyle of repentance.
Bring forth therefore fruits meet for repentance. (Matthew 3:8)
Today’s Devotion blessed me. It’s not a subject that is brought up much anymore but it’s so important in our walk with The Lord! Repentance is the key with which we can unlock the prison from inside. We hold that key within our hands and it is ours to use it.
Have a beautiful and uplifting day in The Lord!
10
Mar '20
Teachable
10
Mar '20
And it came to pass, that after three days they found him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the doctors, both hearing them, and asking them questions. (Luke 2:46)
12-year-old Jesus stayed in Jerusalem, although Joseph and Mary had left the feast of Passover.
They found him sitting in the temple listening and reasoning with the elders.
Jesus sat and listened to the elder teachers; The King of all Kings was teachable!
He came to them in great wisdom and humility.
As you mature spiritually, mentors or teachers who can give you revelation may seem harder to find, but guard yourself from believing there’s no one out there for you or you no longer need elder teachers.
We are never too far along in our spiritual journey to not need counsel or guidance.
Humility is key.
There are wonderful spiritual mothers and elders in the body of Christ.
Look for opportunities to mentor others and/or pray for God to bring someone into your life who can mentor you!
Hear counsel, and receive instruction, that thou mayest be wise in thy latter end. (Proverbs 19:20)
When I read this devotion it reminded me of the example we have in Jesus. Everywhere He went He left a footprint for us to follow. Today, take a moment and reflect on this devotion. True humility is staying teachable regardless of how much you already know.
Have a beautiful and uplifting day in The Lord!
06
Mar '20
Joy and Goodness
06
Mar '20
The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. (John 10:10)
Sometimes we focus too much on the enemy and what he is up to!
Jesus came so we wouldn’t just survive life… but have abundant life.
God is so good that He didn’t just provide for our eternity; He provided for this life too.
God gave us Jesus so we would have abundant love, abundant laughter, abundant joy…abundant life!
Purpose yourself to focus on the joy and goodness of what He has done.
Take a minute to write down just a few things you already possess in abundance!
“… whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.” (Philippians 4:8)
I love this devotion today, it blessed me. What truth! When you focus on the good, the good gets better.
Have a beautiful and uplifting day in The Lord!
05
Mar '20
Not Disqualified
05
Mar '20
As for Saul, he made havock of the church, entering into every house, and haling men and women committed them to prison. (Acts 8:3)
In our hearts when we hear of someone persecuting and murdering innocents… we want justice.
God sees the wickedness, but he also knows the true identity He has for them.
No matter how far off track anyone has gotten, God is ready for you to live out your original design.
Saul was there when Steven, who was beautiful and precious, was stoned to death.
Saul, who approved of Stephen’s execution then, (Acts 8:1) went on to cross multiple continents on foot just to share the good news of Jesus Christ after his conversion.
None of us is disqualified from serving the King or His Kingdom! God, you have chosen the foolish things of the world to put to shame the wise, and chosen the weak things of the world to put to shame the things which are mighty. (1 Cor 1:27)
“…for Saul is a chosen instrument of mine to carry my name before the Gentiles and kings and the children of Israel” (Acts 9:15)
When I read this devotion I was reminded of Matthew 5:44, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you. Spend time praying for people instead of talking about them, I guarantee you will get better results. We have all sinned and come short of the glory of God but our sins are not greater than God’s mercy. As today’s devotions says, none of us are disqualified from serving God. He doesn’t call the qualified, He qualifies the called.
Have a beautiful and uplifting day in The Lord!