The world is screaming "change" and they are  looking for it in so many of the wrong places. The only true change there is, takes place in our hearts and overflows to every area of our lives. Thus commanding an about face in our families, our jobs and the things that we consider so valuable and precious. Once we experience the powerful  love of God and we invite Him into our lives to have His way, of course we don't stay in that place the rest of our lives. There is a vast great plan and purpose for our lives and we must pursue it if we want to experience the many benefits that come along with the sacrifice. Are you willing to pursue this place?

 

In Hebrews 10:22 we see that we have a part, "let us draw near with a sincere heart, in fullness of faith, having our hearts sprinkled with the blood which cleanses all guilt from the conscience.." Our heavenly Father wants a relationship with us. He longs to see us live in all the benefits that He has provided for us. We can't fool God with our outward, religious actions. There has to be action in our heart, where a true hunger for God is birthed.  In Psalm 103 we find a list of the many benefits that He has provided for us. "Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all of His benefits; who forgives all of your sins, who heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit, who crowns you with lovingkindness and compassion; who satisfies your years with good things, so that your youth is renewed like the eagle." 

These are the benefits people are looking for, but seldom experience.

 

So let's shake ourselves and stir up the desire we once had for the things of God. If we are looking for great change in our lives, we must be willing to go to great lengths to recieve it. Just like the psalmist David declared, "as the deer longs for the water, so my soul longs after You". That is my heart cry, in a world that needs what we have. Let's rise up, quit living defeated and depressed, and follow hard after the things that matter eternally. Be filled with the Spirit, be overflowing with His love and a shining light for all to see.

 

08/08