Discouragement

It seems I often find myself in a state of discouragement, that often leads to me feeling depressed. I know that in Christ Jesus I have no reason to feel discouraged and yet week after week I often fall into this state. I know that God loves me I have no doubt about that but I often feel like my life is a whirl wind out of control, and I don't know how to get back on my feet. God has given us the ability to stand firm in him and I know that he will strengthen me each new day. Joshua 1:9 Says this: 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 where ever you go. If God is with me always then I should not worry about anything or become dimayed for he is with me and he alone will light the path that I must follow. My life is Christ is one that should be filled with hope and peace. Lord please forgive me of my insecurities, help me to stand firm in you help me to not become discouraged or depressed. The Lord longs for us to call upon his name when we are weak, and I have been very weak the past fews days. Thank You Lord for giving me your strength.

Humility

Humility, What is it? We hear this word all the time in reference to living a Christian life, and yet many Christians don't even begin to understand what it is or how to walk in humility. We started a bible study at my church about humility, and I have to say that I was very humbled. In our study we talked about Christ's humility and his attributes. Christ never took credit for anything he did, always gave credit to God. He never excepted praise for the things he did but gave the glory to His Father. He did not seek to please man but rather his Father. He never claimed that his words were his own but that they were of his Father (God). Christ never wanted himself to be lifted up or glorified, he walked in true humility. I know that often times as Christians we pat ourselves on the back for the things we have done, but in truth we have done nothing without God's strength. The bible speaks about humbling ourselves as children. Matthew 18: 3-4. And he said: I tell you the truth, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Therefore , whoever humbles himself like this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven. Christ lived it for us, being obedient to his Father, and living his life as a reflection of God. Luke 14:11 says: For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled but he who humbles himself will be exalted. That doesn't mean that we are going to get a pat on the back for everything we do, and we shouldn't expect it if we are truly seeking to give God the glory. I am going to work on my humility this week. I am so far off the mark when it comes to walking in humility, but I know that God began a good work in me and that he is faithful to complete it me. Blessings to all.

Forgiveness

I was reminded today of Gods grace and mercy, and his willingness to forgive all my trespasses. As I look back on the past few weeks I have been reminded of the sin in my life. The hurtful words spoken, my ungodly heart attitude, anger, laziness, and many many more. I was listening to a song on the radio today that spoke of Gods precious price paid for my sins. The blood of Jesus Christ and the sacrifice he made for me on the cross. The words of the song go like this: There is a fountain filled with blood drawn from Emmanuel's veins and sinners plunged beneath that flood lose all their guilty stains. Although I am reminded of the guilt within, I know that I am forgiven in Christ Jesus. He paid the price for me once and for all. I can't take back the sins of my past, but I can except the forgiveness of Jesus Christ and move forward. Looking towards that goal of the reward of heaven. I'm forgiven because you (Jesus) were forsaken. I praise God for giving me such a wonderful gift of life. Blessings to all.