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To Trust or Not To Trust

Jan9

 For God did not send the Son into the world in order to judge (to reject, to condemn, to pass sentence on) the world, but that they might find salvation and be made safe and sound through Him. He who believes in Him [who clings to, trusts in, relies on Him] is not judged [he who trusts in Him never comes up for judgment; for him there is no rejection, no condemnation—he incurs no damnation]; but he who does not believe (cleave to, rely on, trust in Him) is judged already [he has already been convicted and has already received his sentence] because he has not believed in and trusted in the name of the only begotten Son of God. [He is condemned for refusing to let his trust rest in Christ’s name.]      – John 3:17-18 (Amp)

God is calling everyone to trust in Him. We can escape condemnation and judgment simply by asking and seeking a relationship with Jesus Christ. Through Jesus we are not separated from God – giving us true and fulfilling lives. The choice is simple and it is personally yours. Don’t delay.You won’t be disappointed. You don’t have to trust me but you do need to trust Him. Seek Him today through His word and through prayer – just simply talking to Him like you do your best friend. All I can testify to is that I have tried and He is good.

Continually seeking Him,

Sharon

No Condemnation

Jan8

Therefore, (there is) now no condemnation (no ajudging guilty of wrong) for those who are in Christ Jesus, who live (and) walk not after the dictates of the flesh, but after the dictates of the Spirit. – Romans 8:1 (Amp)

Hallelujah! Although I am a sinner, I am free from the bondage of sin’s hold on me. Although I am guilty of breaking God’s law, I am free from judgment. The God who created me loves me and has given me a life of confident and peaceful living because Jesus Christ lives in me. When I surrender control of my life I experience the promises of His word. I am free from shame and guilt to live vicariously. Are you living a victorious life in Christ? You can. Seek Him today. He has a not guilty plea waiting for you.

Continually seeking Him,

Sharon

Who Do You Say That I Am?

Jan7

... “But who do you say that I am?” – Mark 8:29

Jesus asked Peter, one of His disciples, this question. In verse 27 Jesus asked Peter, “Who do people say I am?” Could it be that Jesus was pointing out that believing He is the Messiah (Christ) is an individual decision? You can’t get to heaven on your Mom or Dad’s belief, or on the belief of any other person. Accepting Jesus as your Savior is an individual choice to be made. Who do you say that Jesus is? Me? Jesus is my life, the reason I breathe. He is the joy of my heart, the reason I sing and rejoice. He is my Lord, Redeemer, Friend. He is my help, refuge and strength, Comforter, Counselor, Leader. Jesus is my All in all. I could go on but I will close with – He is my HOPE!
I sincerely hope you seek Him so you can know for yourself who Jesus is.

Continually seeking Him,

Sharon

Take Up Your Cross And Follow Me

Jan6

Then Jesus said to his disciples, “If anyone wishes to come after Me, he must deny himself, and take up his cross and follow Me”. Matthew 16:24; Mark 8:34; Luke 9:23

Three of the four Gospels has this verse. Would you consider this to be an important statement in being a disciple of Christ? To come after Jesus means to follow Him to your journeys end – heaven. When was the last time you denied yourself for the sake of the kingdom of God? Jesus denied Himself for the sake of the kingdom of God. He took up the cross to His journeys end, Golgotha. Luke’s account says to take up your cross “daily”. Walking your destiny with Christ is a daily thing. We are not perfect but Jesus is and so we need Him daily to help us carry our cross and follow Him. Let this scripture be an encouragement to seek Jesus daily in prayer and Bible study.

Continually seeking Him,

Sharon

Crown of Life

Jan5

Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial; for once he has been approved (passed the test) he will receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him. – James 1:12

That verse is a mouthful. It is filled with so much good stuff but this devotion will focus on God’s promise: ” the crown of life to those who love Him”. God keeps His promises and it takes trials in our lives to show us that His word is faithful. We can count on all his promises by trusting and loving Him. As we trust and love Him, He helps us to persevere and one day, in eternity, we will receive that crown of life because we were steadfast and faithful. (Revelation 2:10)

Continually seeking Him,

Sharon

Consider It ALL Joy

Jan4

Consider it all joy, my brethren, when you encounter various trials, -James 1:2 mms

The path of life is tough. It is filled with various trials that test us, our faith. Trials are not a joyous occasion. They can be scary, painful, hurtful, trying, challenging, etc. So how am I expected to consider it all joy? By spending time with Jesus because in His presence is “fullness of joy”. (See devotional January 3, 2014) Keeping our focus on Him, seeking Him.

Spending time with Jesus is praying,reading and studying His word and worshipping Him. That is how to seek.

Continually seeking Him,

Sharon

Joy

Jan3

You will make known to me the path of life; in Your presence is fullness of joy; in Your right hand there are pleasures forever. – Psalm 16:11 

Life is tough. I personally can no longer imagine living, walking the path of life without Jesus. In His presence is the fullness of joy in my life. In His presence I can know the path of life. Unless I spend time with Jesus I cannot know the path He has for me or experience the fullness of his joy. When we don’t walk daily with the Lord, we are missing out on the eternal pleasures He has for us. Don’t miss out – seek Him today and every day.

The tools we use – the Holy Bible and prayer.

Continually seeking Him,

Sharon

New Year’s Resolution?

Jan2

Psalm 25:1 To You, O Lord, I lift up my soul.

The soul. The life and spirit of each person. So, to lift up my soul to the Lord is to lift up my life, my spirit. Lift or raise as an offering, a sweet aroma to God. An offering, a sacrifice on the altar of God. God desires your free will offering – your life – to be given to Him so He can do a marvelous work in you. The work of restoration of your soul (clean up the gunk and make better) and then His work to the world through you. Are you willing to lift up your soul to the Lord God and be renewed, refreshed, changed for the better? May God lead and bless you and your endeavors to lift up your soul to Him.

Continually seeking Him,

Sharon

The Holidays

Jan1

A time of joy, laughter, family, friends, hustle, bustle, traffic, rushing, pushing, shoving, endless agenda . . . WAIT! What just happened? We try to pack so much into our already busy routine schedules and at the end of it all we find ourselves exhausted, spent, tired, irritable, and overwhelmed. What is the solution? “Cease striving (let go, relax) and know that I am God” – Psalm 46:10. The focus is not the holiday but God. The holiday wouldn’t be if not for God. He is to be our focus. Seek Him continuously. My hope is that your New Year focus will be God and his infinite love for you. Happy New Year!

Continuously seeking Him,

Sharon