TODAY’S SCRIPTURE: ” And the world hates them because they do not belong to the world. I am not asking you to take them out of the world, but to keep them safe from the evil one. They do not belong to this world any more than I do.” John 17:14-16
TODAYS MESSAGE: Jesus was very aware, before he even left this world, just how hard it was going to be for those who would follow his way. He knew what was to come and just how dedicated and strong each and every follower of the way would have to be. He knew that without God, those left behind, would not have the strength to survive. He prayed the above prayer before his crucifixion. He prayed this prayer for not only his disciples but also on behalf of those for generations to come. We are included within those generations. We are seeing firsthand the hatred for those who love Christ Jesus. We are witnessing the desire for those of this world to rule over those who do not conform to the ways of this world. However, Jesus pleaded with God, just as he does today, on our behalf. He wants us to be kept safe from the evil going on around us. With faith we have that opportunity. With trust in God, we are able to walk through the fires of this earth without fear of what will be on the other side. With focus and our ears listening to the Holy Spirit we are able to be safe in the ways we talk and the way we conduct our holy lives. We must, however, grasp onto the courage presented to us and never let go. We must trust and have unending faith in our Lord and Savior. We must not allow doubt, worry or fear even a small opportunity to enter our lives. If we do it will spread like a wildfire. We must always keep Jesus first in our lives with him always at the forefront of our thoughts and ways. We cans do nothing on our own but with Christ Jesus we can do all things! Jesus is Lord! PRAISE THE LORD IN ALL THINGS!
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