Focus On Christ: Looking Unto Jesus

 

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It is interesting to note that many in the Church have a greater passion for what they can have, say, and do rather than for Christ. By this, I mean we will get upset and fight for liberties that do not mean much of anything.

We get upset if someone tells us we should not watch something, listen to particular things, or even wear certain things.

Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee. Isaiah 26:3 (KJV)

Though we are free  in Christ, many have allowed their freedom to become bondage to them. Many are vocal about what they CAN do but are silent about Christ and His work of salvation. We have to be careful that nothing  in this life stirs up passion in us more than Jesus Christ.

Today, consider your walk and think about what motivates you. Do you spend time trying to figure out what you can do and call yourself a Christian? Or do you spend more time trying to discover how you can live for Him and promote the truth of the Gospel? It’s time to focus on Christ.

Prayer of the Week:

 “I know that I can trust you God, your thoughts for me are good. Therefore, I come to you today with all of my fears, concerns, and hang-ups; knowing you will answer me in due time. Amen.”

He is Lord: He will be with You

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        When I was converted, one song that I heard over and over again was, “He Is Lord.” Each time I heard the song, the reality of what had taken place in my life became more real. I truly understood that Jesus, He is Lord. Though many today challenge His existence, including His divinity and humanity, it does not negate the truth. He is Lord.

Therefore let all the house of Israel know assuredly, that God hath made that same Jesus, whom ye have crucified, both Lord and Christ. Acts 2:36 (KJV)

Because He is Lord, you can make it through this life. He reigns in the heavens and will have His way in the earth. Trust Him, knowing that in the end, every knee shall bow, and every tongue confess; that is, acknowledge Christ as Lord.

You  should  count it a privilege that you can do it willingly and not by compulsion in that Day. Jesus is Lord and He will be Lord over every circumstance in situation in your life. Amen, God has made Jesus both Christ and Lord.

Prayer of the Week:

“Lord, help me to present my life and service to you in an acceptable manner. May my worship of Christ be acceptable always. Amen.”

Sing to the Lord: Make Melody in Your Heart

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In times of frustration and despair, singing praises to the Lord can give strength to endure. God inhabits the praises of His people. Therefore, when we sing unto Him, we invite His presence into our situations.

Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord. Eph 5:19 (KJV)

Paul instructed the Ephesians to speak to themselves in song. This was to provide spiritual strength during these hard times. On today, make a personal declaration. In times of frustration, despair, and worry, we will sing to the Lord.

Prayer of the Week:
Lord, help me to trust you with success in my life. Therefore, I will learn to keep a song in my heart for what you will do for me.