Biblical guidelines help to establish a
routine in our life, which encourages wisdom and safety. Prior to our
relationship with Christ, our spirit was dead in sin and our soul was carnal at
best. Our body reaped the negative results of our sins and we were children of God’s
wrath (Ephesians
2:1-3). Satan used us as tools for his evil plans (Proverbs
16:18).
If we continue to practice a sinful lifestyle
or to maintain a worldly attitude and world view, the Spirit of God does not
dwell in us (Romans
8:9). We are not truly Born Again. We prayed a prayer, but did
not consecrate our life to the Lordship of Jesus Christ. God only forgives the
repentant heart of the penalty of our sins. He brings us out of the kingdom of
Satan’s darkness into His glorious light (2 Corinthians 4:6).
Our only true liberty comes by choosing to
live under the grace and mercy of God. Jesus advises us to deny our self, to
bear our burdens through His peace and to follow Him (Matthew
16:24). When we do, we find true success in our life
and live victoriously over every set back and obstacle (Romans
8:31-39). God
showers us with His blessings and we feel His love flowing over us like a
waterfall.
Authentic Believers derive our identity from
the fact that we are God’s child, as well as from the wonderful account of His
love for us. The human, Adamic nature is wiped clean and we no longer dwell in
the flesh or focus on aspects of this world. Once we come to Christ, He
replaces our former carnal tendencies with His divine nature (2 Peter 1:4).
Through His regenerating power within us, we live a life honoring Him and
furthering His Kingdom on the earth.
Prayer:
Father God, increase our concept of what it
means to live in Christ and to dwell in victory regardless of the trials in our
life. We are secure in Your love and mercy. Remind us that our husband, Jesus
Christ, desires a pure and holy bride without spot or wrinkle (2 Corinthians 11:2;
Ephesians 5:25). You provide Your grace so that we will choose
holiness and not live a destructive life of debauchery and lust.
Thought for the Day:
As authentic Believers, nothing will ever
separate us from the love of God as we live a victorious life in Christ. –
Romans 8:38-39
