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As believers in Christ, what do we learn
about God?
We learn that He is our Creator.
● that all things are under His
control.
“And we know that for
those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28 (ESV)
● that He is not the author of
confusion but of peace.
“For God is not a God of confusion
but of peace.” 1 Corinthians 14:33 (ESV)
● that He loves us enough to want to
make us more like Him.
“For God so loved the world, that
he gave his only Son,” John 3:16 (ESV)
● that
He can bring us through any time of distress and disruption we may have.
“fear not, for I am with you;
be not dismayed, for I am your God;
I will strengthen you; I will
help you,
I will uphold you with my righteous right
hand.” Isaiah 41:10 (ESV)
How can we learn what we need to learn in
order to live for Him?
We can study His Word daily
● pray to Him for strength and
guidance
“I can do all things through him
who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13 (ESV)
● seek His will for our individual
lives.
“But seek first the kingdom of God and his
righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” Matthew 6:33 (ESV)
● Meet with other like-minded believers.
“And let us consider how to stir up one
another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the
habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day
drawing near. Hebrews 10:24-25 (ESV)
How can
we learn to follow Jesus’ teachings?
We can exercise our faith in Him.
● try to memorize scripture.
“Thy
word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee.” Psalm 119:11
(KJV)
● study His Word.
“Do your best to present yourself
to God as one approved, a worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly
handling the word of truth.” 2 Timothy 2:15 (ESV)
●consult
The Word when we are in doubt.
“For you are my rock and
my fortress; and for your name's sake you lead me and guide me;” Psalm 31:3
(ESV)
● be honest with Him about our shortcomings.
(He knows then already.)
“Your eyes saw my unformed
substance; in your book were written, every one of them, the days that were
formed for me, when as yet there was none of them.” Psalm 136:16 (ESV)
The Lord has brought me through some difficult situations in the last year. But I know I'm right where He wants me and that gives me the confidence to keep moving forward. His word to me lately has been, "Stay the course." Knowing His presence goes with me makes it easier.
ReplyDeleteCindy, How nice of you to stop in here. Thank you for your comment. God always brings us throw those difficult situations and teaches us worthwhile lessons as He works with us. Peace and blessings to you and yours.
DeleteSometimes it is good to go back over these basic truths about our faith in Christ. We tend to get bogged down in so many things, traditions, rituals, etc., that we forget the whole reason for our relationship in Christ in the first place. Thank you for sharing these timeless truths with us.
ReplyDeletePam, are you familiar with the gospel song, "The Basics of Life" it's recorded by a group called "4 HIM". Our son's town is still getting lots of rain. We had a sunshiny day yesterday. This weather is about to get me down physically. Peace and blessings to you and yours.
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