Galatians

July 4th – Galatians 5:22

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Galatians 5:22

The moment we receive Jesus as our Savior, the Holy Spirit enters into our hearts and gets to work. And the result of His labors is evidenced by the spiritual fruit we produce. Described by Paul, this fruit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, gentleness, and self-control. Throughout the Bible we are told of the importance of love. So no wonder Paul lists it first. But a very close second is joy. Because no matter our circumstances, God wants us to experience the fullness of His joy. An everlasting joy that can never be taken away. The Greek word for joy is chara, and is described as the natural reaction to the work of God, whether promised or fulfilled. There’s nothing that will humble us quicker than when we truly realize the favor and grace God shows us daily. So with thankful heats, how could the fruit of joy not be in spilled over into all we do!

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may 22nd – Galatians 6:7

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Galatians 6:7

Have you ever said to yourself, “If only I had..?” or, “I wish I didn’t…!” The Bible is filled with story after story of those who made both wise and unwise decisions. And the consequences of their choices. It also teaches us a very important Biblical principle. We reap what we sow. That’s why before we sow, we need to first seek counsel from the Lord. Because by doing so, we save ourselves from reaping a life filled with regret. So how do we receive God’s advice, power, and grace? By applying practical principles. These include surrendering our will to His. Meditating on His Word. Spending time in prayer. Having patience in waiting to hear from Him. And finally, trusting completely in the answer He gives. Each day we find ourselves facing decisions to be made, both big and small. And with each one God wants us to come to Him.

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May 5th – Psalm 61:3

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Psalm 61:3

The world is rapidly becoming more dangerous by the day. And although we have no control over what happens around us, we can control how we react. We can cower and hide, living a life of worry and fear. Or we can trust in God who promises to be a “tower of strength against the enemy.” We all experience times when it feels almost impossible to keep going. Or felt like we aren’t making a difference and the Enemy is winning, But we need to remember Gal. 6:9 which tells us to “…not lose heart in doing good, for in due time we will reap if we do not grow weary.” So keep praising the Lord and spreading the Good News in boldness and love. And in times of weakness, run into the arms of God. And take refuge in the shelter of the wings of the Most High!

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November 8th – Galatians 6:2

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Galatians 6:2 

Vincent Van Gogh once said, “Close friends are truly life’s treasures. Sometimes they know us better than we know ourselves. With gentle honesty, they are there to guide and support us, to share our laughter and our tears. Their presence reminds us that we are never really alone.” One of God’s greatest gifts is friendship. For He never intends us to walk alone. We all have burdens to bear in this life. Burdens too heavy to bear alone. Jesus is our great burden bearer. When our loads become overwhelming, He is there to see us through. And the care, comfort, support, and love and extends to us daily, we should be extending to others. For we are all brothers and sisters in Christ. And we all need each other’s help in this life. So out of thankfulness for the love and friendship of Jesus, let us example our Lord and, “while we have opportunity, let us do good to all people.” (Galatians 6:10)

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September 21st – Galatians 6:8

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Galatians 6:8

Once we receive Jesus as our Savior, our eternity is secured. But the life we lead before going home to heaven has only two paths. A path that sows to the flesh, or a path that sows to the Spirit. One leads to moral decay and destruction. And the other leads to an orchard of spiritual fruit for God. Once we were dead in our sin nature, separated from our Heavenly Father. But through Jesus, we have been given the power to die to that old sin nature. Now as farmers working for the Lord, we have the freedom from sowing seeds of sinfulness, bitterness, and fleshly evil. Instead we can sow seeds of faith, goodness, and righteousness. So what kind of harvest do you want? An orchard of abundant fruitfulness for God, or a field of dust laid barren by fleshly desires? Every day we make the choice of how we will live and the fruits we will pursuit. May it be the rich, eternal fruit of the Spirit that will never rot.

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September 14th – Galatians 6:9

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Galatians 6:9 

Living in the country, our house is surrounded by fields. And the dedication I see daily by the farmers to their crops, always inspires me. From morning to night, they break the soil, sow the seeds, and keep the weeds at bay. And no weather, hardship, or sickness, keeps them from their fields. Patiently they toil, knowing the bountiful harvest awaiting their hard work. And God calls us to do the same. We too are to keep toiling. To keep working for the kingdom of God, doing good, all for His glory. Never growing weary no matter the circumstance, finding our strength in the Lord. For in time, like the farmers, we too will reap a bountiful harvest of blessings. For our labor never goes unnoticed by God, who always rewards obedience. And He promises to, “the one who sows to the Spirit, will from the Spirit reap eternal life.” (Gal. 6:8)

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September 7th – Galatians 6:7

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Galatians 6:7

Some mistakenly believe that because Christian’s live under grace, they are freed from the consequences of their sins. And others believe that there is no God at all and laugh at the idea of Jesus returning. Both are terribly wrong. The Bible says that Christian or not, everyone reaps what we sow. And it is our actions that determine the harvest that sowing brings, either for good or bad. Furthermore, the results of our decisions can be far reaching and lasting, often not only effecting us but those around us. Sometimes for generations to come. So do not be deceived by the lies of the Enemy. Whether you believe it or not, one day all will stand before God. And those who mock Him in both word and deed will answer for their actions. So sow in faithful obedience to the Lord, with the joyful expectation of reaping the bountiful harvest of blessings God will produce in your life!

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July 31st – Galatians 4:5

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Galatians 4:5

In His perfect timing, when the world was prepared for the coming of Jesus, God sent His Son to be born in the flesh to a human woman. And why did He do this? Paul tells us it was to redeem all who believe unto His name for salvation. The word redeem comes from the Greek word exagorazo, the root word used to buy back a person sold into slavery. And that’s exactly what Jesus did. He came and used His precious blood to purchase us from the bondage of sin. Through His death, Christ broke our chains, and provided the only to escape death. And He didn’t do it just to free us. He redeemed us at such a great personal cost, to adopt us into God’s family. And as His children, we have “an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade . . . kept in heaven” (1 Peter 1:4). Think of that! We are co-owners of everything that belongs to God through our standing in Jesus. And all because He gave everything to call us His!

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July 21st – Galatians 5:25

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Galatians 5:25

We are all born into this world physically alive, but spiritually dead. But the instant we receive Christ as our Savior, we are made anew. Through the Spirit of God, we become born again. We are now new creations given new lives in Jesus, and freed from the bondage of sin and death. But this freedom isn’t free. For it comes only though obedience to God and His will. Because the freedom God provides doesn’t mean we can do anything we want, or live our lives in a manner similar to the rest of the world. Instead, this freedom allows us to turn aside from jealousy, anger, drunkenness, quarrels, and idolatry. We are freed to love and bestow upon others the fruits of the Spirit, including joy, peace, patience, goodness, and gentleness. All of the wonderful and loving qualities exhibited by our Lord. So if we truly live in Christ, and He in us, we will follow and walk in the Spirit’s lead and exercise faithfully the freedom He gives us.

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