We
cannot fully live, without Christ fully living within us. Paul realized this
truth in his life (1 Corinthians 4:7). Jesus’ disciples knew the truth of this
statement too (John 15:5).
Joseph
exemplified Christ in him when he interpreted Pharaoh’s dreams (Genesis 41:16).
Rebellious Jonah learned to trust the Lord, as the God of heaven who made the
sea and earth (Jonah 1:9).
The
faith chapter gives us a litany of people of faith and their works accomplished
by obeying God's Spirit (Hebrews 11). Many of them were hesitant to step out
into the deep water of God's will; but once they did, God accomplished big
things through them.
They
were not perfect by any means. In fact, God's Word honestly tells us their
story, including their warts and all. God is not looking for a perfect people,
but for people humble enough to allow His Spirit to work through them.
If
we are drawn away from God by the lusts of our flesh, the influence of the
world around us, or the lies and deception of the devil, we lose our benefits
in this life and our rewards in eternity.
God's
will and Spirit keep us on track and living fulfilled lives in this world, as
we look forward to the hope within us when we shall receive heavenly rewards
for our obedience.
God
is always ready to listen to those who worship Him and who are willing to live
in His will for their life (John 9:31). Blessed and happy is everyone who
worships the Lord and walks in His ways (Psalm 128:1)
Prayer:
Father
God, You are our God. We earnestly seek You, because our soul hungers and thirsts
for You. Our body longs for You, because we are living in this dry and weary
existence where there is no water except in Your presence. We look forward to
living in eternity as Your servants in the paradise of the new heaven and the
new earth.
King
David saw You in Your sanctuary and beheld Your power and Your glory. He
declared that Your love is better than life (Psalm 63:1-4). Our lips glorify
You in tribute as long as we live, and in Your name we lift up our hands to You
in praise.
Thought
for the Day:
True
disciples long for God more than life itself and seek His love and grace as we
glorify Him in all that we think, say and do.
