Grace for your spirit
For through the grace given to me I say to everyone among you not to think more highly of himself than he ought to think; but to think so as to have sound judgment, as God has allotted to each a measure of faith. Rom 12:3
Grace can do a wonderful work in our lives. It will save us from sin, it will keep us from the power of sin, it will equip us for every good work as a Christian. It also should humble us under the mighty hand of God. Here's where we need to be careful. When His grace is working in us we won't be exalting ourselves, we will give Him the glory We will allow God to equip us and lead us into our working place. This is the pattern Jesus left for us. When we boast and "blow smoke", it hides our gifts. Let's empty ourselves as Jesus did. Let's keep ourselves meek, and God will supply our power.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
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Friday, September 17, 2010
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Grace for your spirit September 16, 2010
Grace for your spirit
while we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen; for the things which are seen are temporal, but the things which are not seen are eternal. II Corinthians 4:18
Everything in this world has an expiration date. There is a planned obsolescence in all we see. The vision that we receive from God is to look beyond the temporary to the eternal. The devil tries to change the expiration dates to confuse us. He wants us to believe that the things we have in this world will be here forever. At the same time, he confuses us about eternity. Let's look past the devil's trademark and focus on God. What God offers us will last forever.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
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while we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen; for the things which are seen are temporal, but the things which are not seen are eternal. II Corinthians 4:18
Everything in this world has an expiration date. There is a planned obsolescence in all we see. The vision that we receive from God is to look beyond the temporary to the eternal. The devil tries to change the expiration dates to confuse us. He wants us to believe that the things we have in this world will be here forever. At the same time, he confuses us about eternity. Let's look past the devil's trademark and focus on God. What God offers us will last forever.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Grace for your spirit September 15, 2010
Grace for your spirit
See to it that no one comes short of the grace of God; that no root of bitterness springing up causes trouble, and by it many be defiled; Hebrews 12:15
When any of us comes short of the grace of God, we are ill equipped to walk on the road Jesus has for us. When we are short of the grace of God, it affects our salvation, our struggle with sin, our Christian work, and last but not least, our ability to forgive others. This can put us on a slippery slope ignoring discipline. When there is a shortage of grace in our spirit, bitterness can soon spring up. It has defiled many. Let's not let it get us, nor the ones we have been called to disciple. See to it.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
See to it that no one comes short of the grace of God; that no root of bitterness springing up causes trouble, and by it many be defiled; Hebrews 12:15
When any of us comes short of the grace of God, we are ill equipped to walk on the road Jesus has for us. When we are short of the grace of God, it affects our salvation, our struggle with sin, our Christian work, and last but not least, our ability to forgive others. This can put us on a slippery slope ignoring discipline. When there is a shortage of grace in our spirit, bitterness can soon spring up. It has defiled many. Let's not let it get us, nor the ones we have been called to disciple. See to it.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Grace for your spirit September 14, 2010
Grace for your spirit
Now to Him who is able to do far more abundantly beyond all that we ask or think, according to the power that works within us, Ephesians 3:20
Lots of times we make up prayer lists. We ask for blessings for ourselves and for others. We may be praying for health, good jobs, positive emotions, good friends, or a closer walk with God. Often our wish list is a little bigger than we really believe is possible. We make the list, but doubt if we can really get that much. When we access the power of God in us, He can excess our lists, and our expectations. Let's go ahead and make our lists, and then expect a big plus at the end instead of a flop. Fully persuaded yet? Let's believe it, for He is able.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
Now to Him who is able to do far more abundantly beyond all that we ask or think, according to the power that works within us, Ephesians 3:20
Lots of times we make up prayer lists. We ask for blessings for ourselves and for others. We may be praying for health, good jobs, positive emotions, good friends, or a closer walk with God. Often our wish list is a little bigger than we really believe is possible. We make the list, but doubt if we can really get that much. When we access the power of God in us, He can excess our lists, and our expectations. Let's go ahead and make our lists, and then expect a big plus at the end instead of a flop. Fully persuaded yet? Let's believe it, for He is able.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
Monday, September 13, 2010
Grace for your spirit September 13, 2010
Grace for your spirit
Behold, as for the proud one,His soul is not right within him; But the righteous will live by his faith. Habakkuk 2:4
This prophet argued with God about the truth of the future. He was proud of His self righteousness, and didn't think God knew what He was doing. That kind of pride is very destructive. Pride separates us from God, and from everyone who might be able to help us. At the same time, we know that our soul is not right within us. We are guilty and cannot admit it, and cannot reach out to God due to our separation. It is time to turn to God by faith. When our righteousness comes by faith, we will live. Let us put our trust in the Lord. He not only can tell us what is in our future, but He can also tell us what to do when it comes. "Trust in the Lord all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding". Proverbs 3:5
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
Behold, as for the proud one,His soul is not right within him; But the righteous will live by his faith. Habakkuk 2:4
This prophet argued with God about the truth of the future. He was proud of His self righteousness, and didn't think God knew what He was doing. That kind of pride is very destructive. Pride separates us from God, and from everyone who might be able to help us. At the same time, we know that our soul is not right within us. We are guilty and cannot admit it, and cannot reach out to God due to our separation. It is time to turn to God by faith. When our righteousness comes by faith, we will live. Let us put our trust in the Lord. He not only can tell us what is in our future, but He can also tell us what to do when it comes. "Trust in the Lord all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding". Proverbs 3:5
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
Friday, September 10, 2010
Grace for your spirit September 10, 2010
Grace for your spirit
Remind them to be subject to rulers, to authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good deed, to malign no one, to be peaceable, gentle, showing every consideration to all men. Titus 3:1-2
We should never enter a study or a discussion with a referee's whistle, striped shirt, and a yellow flag. If we must demand authority, stop the discussion when we aren't agreed with, and throw a penalty flag when we disagree, we are in trouble. God wants us to be meek and gentle. To turn away anger with a gentle word and display the fruits of the spirit in all our dealings. Let us place ourselves in last place and allow the Lord and others to exalt us. When we are obedient, kind, peaceable, gentle, and show consideration to all men, God will give us the victory we desire.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
Remind them to be subject to rulers, to authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good deed, to malign no one, to be peaceable, gentle, showing every consideration to all men. Titus 3:1-2
We should never enter a study or a discussion with a referee's whistle, striped shirt, and a yellow flag. If we must demand authority, stop the discussion when we aren't agreed with, and throw a penalty flag when we disagree, we are in trouble. God wants us to be meek and gentle. To turn away anger with a gentle word and display the fruits of the spirit in all our dealings. Let us place ourselves in last place and allow the Lord and others to exalt us. When we are obedient, kind, peaceable, gentle, and show consideration to all men, God will give us the victory we desire.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Grace for your spirit September 9,, 2010
Grace for your spirit
Better is a dry morsel and quietness with it Than a house full of feasting with strife. Proverbs 17:1
Our meal will never be a great feast if we can't swallow and digest the food. When we eat at a table of strife, trying to eat our food just isn't worth it. Better a stale piece of toast along with a little peace and quiet. How often do we see people eating out with their spouses in silence? They don't speak, because they know that one word will start a fight. That is often the way to tell if people are married or single. What good is a meal that you have to gag on? When Christ is making a real difference in our lives, people should see us feasting with joy, not strife.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
Better is a dry morsel and quietness with it Than a house full of feasting with strife. Proverbs 17:1
Our meal will never be a great feast if we can't swallow and digest the food. When we eat at a table of strife, trying to eat our food just isn't worth it. Better a stale piece of toast along with a little peace and quiet. How often do we see people eating out with their spouses in silence? They don't speak, because they know that one word will start a fight. That is often the way to tell if people are married or single. What good is a meal that you have to gag on? When Christ is making a real difference in our lives, people should see us feasting with joy, not strife.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit
Philippians 4:23
graceforyourspirit.blogspot.com
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