Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in Heaven. — Matthew 5:16 Whether you realize it or not, you're an example. It doesn't matter if you think you're too weak or inadequate to be one — there are people who look up to you and are watching to see how you live. And God wants you to be His representative to them. Jesus came into this world as a Servant, humbly giving His life so that we would be reconciled to the Father. And God's will is that we imitate what He did for us by serving others. We perform loving acts of service that meet the spiritual and practical needs of those around us so that they'll grow closer to Him. There are so many people around you in need today — not just physically or financially, but emotionally and spiritually as well. Everyone you meet needs someone to encourage him or her. Will you make time to reach out and show them the awesome, unconditional, sacrificial love of Christ? Remember, God sees everything you do in His name and will bless you for all you do in obedience to Him (Hebrews 6:10). Jesus, show me where I can serve others with Your love and compassion. Work through me to draw others to Yourself. Amen. My hope is in Jesus because He is worthy of my service. * |
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My hope is in Jesus because in Him is everything I need. |
My hope is in Jesus because in Him is everything I need. |
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See God Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. — Matthew 5:8 Do you want to see more of God's work in your life and experience His presence in a more profound way? Would you like the capacity to perceive His protection and provision in your work, trials, relationships, and in every aspect of your existence? Jesus tells you the way: pursue purity. When you purge your life of all the behaviors and attitudes that displease God, you clear your vision of the impediments that usually obscure His work in you. You receive a clearer understanding of how He's behind every good gift you receive (James 1:17) and how He gives meaning to all your struggles (Romans 8:28). Without sin clouding your thinking and deadening your spiritual senses, you become more aware of how the Father is engineering all circumstances for your ultimate good. So keep your heart pure by seeking and obeying the Lord. Invite the Holy Spirit to convict you through God's Word and repent of sin as soon as you're conscious of its presence. And in all things, do as He says. After all, obedience always brings blessing, and when the reward is seeing God, you're receiving the ultimate desire of your soul. It's certainly worthwhile! Jesus, purify my heart and help me see You in every aspect of my life. Amen. My hope is in Jesus because in Him is everything I need. Excerpted with permission from Jesus Our Perfect Hope by Dr. Charles Stanley, copyright Charles F. Stanley. *** |
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As Jesus followers, our hearts are for Him, wanting to be closer to Him, and wanting to be more like Him. As we do that, we show the world who He is! Come share your thoughts with us on our blog. We want to hear from you! ~ Devotionals Daily |
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Jesus, Our Perfect Hope: 365 Devotions |
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People need hope. So often, we rely on relationships, money, jobs, or other pursuits that fail to satisfy. Jesus Christ is the one true source of hope that never fails, and the daily devotions in Jesus, Our Perfect Hope, written by beloved pastor and bestselling author Dr. Charles Stanley, will help you seek Jesus first and realize the joy and peace of resting in Him. Readers of Jesus, Our Perfect Hope will: - Be enlightened with a new perspective on life and a renewed sense of hope
- Gain an understanding of what it means to have hope in Christ
- Have the opportunity to experience a sense of freedom and hope in Jesus
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