Christian Walk

April 15th – James 4:4

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James 4:4

The Bible tells us that the Christian walk is made up of two paths. Daily we must make the choice of either following the path of godly living or the path of worldly living. For as James reminds us, we can’t walk with God and hold hands with the devil. We live in a society which encourages us to live for our individual glory. It tells us that it’s not wrong to pursue a life dedicated to pleasing the lust of the flesh. We are fed lies that say we are god in our lives and it is us who deserves worship. And if we don’t agree with the sinful and destructive ways of the world, we are laughed at, ridiculed, and in some parts of the world even tortured and killed. So how do we stand strong against the pressure from the world? “Submit therefore to God. Resist the devil and he will resist you.” (James 4:7) The enemy loves nothing more than to see God’s people weak both in mind and spirit. But we can withstand whatever he throws our way by submitting ourselves to the Lord and walking hand in hand with Him.

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April 9th – Ecclesiastes 3:1

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Ecclesiastes 3:1

I love the quote by theologian John Henry Newman which says, “To live is to change, and to be perfect is to have changed often.” No one likes change. It’s hard, unpleasant, and takes work. But life is about change. And the Christian life is about changing into the image of Jesus. For each one plays a part in making us who we are. And far from being just random events that happen, we know that God is in control, and has a time and purpose for everything in our lives. For He sees beginning to end, and knows the wonderful grand plan He has for each of us. All we have to do is embrace the ebb and flow of life, trust God in all things, and find meaning and purpose in each moment no matter what it may bring.

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March 9th – Matthew 5:8

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Matthew 5:8

My grandmother had a little needlepoint plaque on her bathroom wall quoting Matthew 5:8. And even though I didn’t really understand what it meant to be pure of heart, I can remember wanting to be good enough to get God’s blessing. To be pure of heart means to have a genuine, sincere, and honest attitude towards ourselves and others. An attitude that not only pleases the Lord, but brings with it many blessings. Blessings including a heart free of shame and guilt, strong relationships with others, a greater sense of purpose in life, and growth in our spiritual walk with the Lord. But what being pure of heart doesn’t mean is being perfect or flawless. Instead it involves practicing humility and kindness, and being able to see the good in others, even when they have wronged us. The same way our Lord and Savior so generously and lovingly sees us.

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September 9th – 2 Corinthians 7:1

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2 Corinthians 7:1

I love having a garden. There’s nothing better than being able to pick a fresh tomato or maybe a few beans for dinner. But it’s also a lot of work. It takes constant attention and if I’m not diligent, the weeds will take over and choke out the tender plants. The Christian walk takes work too. If not constantly tended, the weeds of unholiness can take over, choking out the tender fruit of the Spirit. That’s why we need to make a daily commitment to work hand in hand with God. To come before Him each day with the intent of rooting out anything in our lives which displeases Him. God demands holiness. And perfecting holiness is only possible when we are willing to get our hands dirty and put in the work. From overwhelming awe, and great respect for all God is, does, and blesses us with each day, how could want to give Him anything less that an bountiful harvest from the garden of our hearts!

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August 30th – 1 Thessalonians 2:12

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1 Thessalonians 2 :12

We’ve all heard the expression, “the journey of a thousand miles begins with just one step.” A perfect description of the Christian life. Because receiving Jesus as our Savior is a single step of faith, that turns into a lifelong journey. It’s a trek of constantly moving forward and growing in maturity as we walk with the Lord. And as we travel, along the way we develop Christlike characteristics that deepen our relationship with God. Characteristics that both allow the fruit of Spirit, “love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control”, to shine through us for the world to see, and to lead lives that glorify God. And characteristics that mirror our Lord, providing wonderful testimonies to a desperate world. These include righteousness, walking on a path not led by the flesh but according to the Spirit. (Rom. 8:4). And of course obedience, walking in a manner worthy of God, because it’s the way we show the world, and God Himself, the love we have for Him. (John 14:15)

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February 9th – Psalm 143:8

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Psalm 143:8

Each morning is a gift from God lined with fresh opportunities. And there is no better way to start the day than in prayer. A prayer for God’s wisdom, guidance, and lovingkindness. Just like David, who cried out to the Father for His teaching and leadership, we too need to make the same plea. For God’s mercies are new with each dawn, and He will always lead us in the right direction. So today and each day, start your morning with God, trust Him to perfectly guide each of your steps, and give thanks for His  never ending tenderness and devotion!

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