A reminder for
today
Therefore, since
we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let
us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily
trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. (Hebrews
12:1)
Wow, we had another public holiday yesterday and I must
admit all these public holidays are making me lazy. This morning I logged in
and looked at the battle of words that took place between us and the atheists
on twitter. It made me realise once more how difficult it is for the lost to
let go of this world and seek their way to God. Every person knows deep inside
them that there is a God and they will continue to argue just to make
themselves feel better. So many witnesses of faith surround us. We have seen
God’s work in our lives in so many ways from one miracle to the next. Why do we
allow sin to burden us and pull us down? You can argue all you like, but I know
God is more than real. God is the reason I live and breathe each day. I live by
His mercy and grace and this is something we should never take for granted.
I have seen God heal my broken foot in a miraculous short
period to astound doctors. I have seen God save me from a life threatening
accident and I see God in my two boys. Their very existence is a miracle. God
is as real to me as you are to me. I was blessed this weekend with rest and I grabbed
it with both hands. The last two years has really soaked up my energy and with
a constant workload and changes in our company I just felt so tired. This weekend
God just restored me as I rested. God is so good to us and I am in awe of His
majesty in every moment of each day. I see Him at work in my life and feel His presence
every moment. That is why I pray for you each day and I carry you in my heart,
dear friend. You are so valuable to God that He gave His son for your sins. There
is no greater love, than to lay down your life for another. That is why I gladly
give my life for Jesus. So let us
run with endurance the race God has set before us. Moreover, break
the hold of sin so that we can live free.
Lord, carry us in your hands through this day and lift us up
so that we can shine for you. Let us wear your armour fearlessly and
confidently. In Jesus name.
Have an awesome day, dear friend of Jesus.
Cheers
