"For I fully expect and hope that...my life will bring honor to Christ, whether I live or I die.” Philippians 1:20
Honor. A word not respected in our society as it once was. In these days of suggestive attire, cohabitation without marriage, and tolerance for every behavior imaginable, it's hard to remember what “Honor” means. As Christians, our hope and expectation is to ‘Honor’ Christ with our lives, especially in the details. We are the only reflection of Jesus some people might ever see or speak to. In His Love, Do All You Can, While You Can, As Long As You Can, To All You Can….Have a Beautifully Blessed Day! "The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust.” Psalm 18:2
God is strong; solid as a rock; protective as a fortress and a shield. He is our place of shelter. His strength is perfect and complete. It's a resource which can never be exhausted. And it's available to each of us! Whenever we feel absolutely weak and defeated, vulnerable to sin or depression or failure, let’s draw on His strength, His deliverance and His love. Run to Him! In His Love, Do All You Can, While You Can, As Long As You Can, To All You Can….Have a Beautifully Blessed Day! “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9
Many try to discover the secrets of what the future holds, but no one really knows what’s in store. Instead of fretting about the unknown, let’s prepare ourselves for any eventuality which God may bring on our path. To be able to enter the unknown future in hope and trust, a positive and living faith in God is imperative! When Christ lives in our heart and thoughts, we will be able to face the future without any fear. We shall have the quiet assurance we will not be confronted by any situation in which Christ and us will not be able to overcome together! We should live only in the fear of the Lord! In His Love, Do All You Can, While You Can, As Long As You Can, To All You Can….Have a Beautifully Blessed Day! “Your ways, O God, are holy. What god is so great as our God? You are the God who performs miracles; You display Your power among the peoples.” Psalm 77:13-14
We serve a wonderful God!. Unfortunately, we sometimes lose sight of His greatness and end up leading unfulfilled lives. Instead of growing into the fullness of His stature by focusing on Him, we try to reduce Him to our level. God is great and Scripture resounds with His invitation for us to share in His greatness! When we are aware of God living in us, our attitude to life changes and our heart will overflow with gratitude for the glory and beauty which God imparts to our daily life. In His Love, Do All You Can, While You Can, As Long As You Can, To All You Can….Have a Beautifully Blessed Day! |
Pastor Derrick RichardsonPastor of Community Abundant Life Church Archives
November 2024
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