Dec

27

Celebrating our savior’s birth

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The moment in time when Jesus arrived in Bethlehem as a baby, he was destined for a great mission. That he would leave his home in heaven for earth boggles the mind, and to come in the humblest means possible to begin his life in a feeding trough in a lowly stable is unfathomable.

Out of his humble estate, the baby grew to become prophet, priest, and King of Kings. His thirty-three years on earth created a mark in history that would be forever a turning point. For everything vile, despised, and eschewed by man, Jesus, our Emmanuel—God-with-us—gave his life. He became the sacrifice to bring all who believe in him into an everlasting fellowship with the Father. A gift to all men…and one that doesn’t stop giving.

We celebrate the savior’s birth today, this season, and in our hearts all the year through. Like the angels sang in their celebration on that fateful, joyous day, we, too, rejoice. “Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace, goodwill toward men” – Luke 2:14

Dec

19

The Name above all Names

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Though we’re all familiar with the Christmas story, it still defies logic to comprehend an infinite God, who came to earth for our sake, yet was born of a virgin and lived a human though Godly life? Can you wrap your head around that?

Scripture tells us that Jesus was tempted, hungry, and that he identified with man’s sufferings. But to humble himself to endure such a lowly existence for the three decades he walked the earth is such a study in contrasts.

With our finite minds, it’s hard to conceptualize the awesomeness of the nature of Jesus. That he always was and always will be the great God of all Creation who loves us is too magnificent to fathom. It’s not so much a matter to consume and comprehend through logic but more of a respectful apprehending through our faith.

We celebrate the Lord’s birth this season as well as every day in our hearts because He first loved us. There are so many names for him because his being is so infinite, no one name can describe, define, nor contain Him.

For unto you is born this day a Savior, which is Christ, the Lord ~ Luke 2:11

 

Dec

14

Word made flesh

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What a marvelous mystery that God would condescend to earth…but to come here in the form of a baby who grew to be a man and live among us is astounding.

He left paradise for this? Is not his glory far too superior?

The mystery of it all is that he was here from the beginning of all time. The word in John 1:1 declares, “For in the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.” We know that the “Word” is referring to Jesus himself.

How unfathomable to comprehend the path that Jesus took to reconcile us to the Father. His obedience to the Father is mind blowing. The ways of our Lord certainly are not our ways, and the more we dwell in his word and contemplate his birth, the more we can appreciate the sacrifice of the suffering servant, who came to fulfill his father’s will—to save the lost and dying.

In you’re still searching…still looking…still seeking whatever it is you’re looking for…remember that all you need began with the birth of a savior. His name is Jesus.

Dec

05

Rejoice and be glad!

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 When struggles and trials seem bent on grabbing your soul to squeeze out your joy, rejoice in the Lord and count it all joy as the book of James states. Is it easy? It depends. Doable? Yes, absolutely.

When you rise in the morning and lie down at night and are consumed by personal struggles that plague you, count it all joy. Why? You have the Lord! Your trials and temptations are the chisel which conforms you to be more like Jesus…to make you stronger. Let Him do a good work in you by faithfully keeping your mind on Him.

The worldly panaceas offering relief from the cares and burdens are available in abundance, but they are only temporary crutches and don’t solve anything. For the children of God, the ones Christ calls his brethren, our solace is met at the cross. We don’t need artificial stimulants; they only make the issues worse.

The world is a battlefield for control of our mind. The combat skirmishes will always be here until we’re promoted to heaven, but there is assurance that in Him, our battles are already won. Our deliverance is met in Jesus. Rejoice, he’s on the throne! We are more than conquerors because of Him.

Nov

28

Are you on the right path?

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When traveling, vacationing, or just visiting a new place, knowing where you’re going will often save time and keep you on the right track.

In the course of our lives, there are so many paths to take while on this planet. As we walk, we’ll find the lust of the flesh, lust of the eye, and the pride of life do not stop once we are saved. In fact, these temptations often appear stronger when we’re walking with the Lord.

When confronted with any kind of situation where you think you’ve got it covered, how many times the wrong decision was made simply because we thought we knew best?

Walking with the Lord is not a set of arbitrary rules and regulations to keep us boxed in; rather, it is relationship tethered by a mutual love and bond fostered through the power of the Holy Spirit—our helper. It’s a commitment to God, and out of our love for him, we walk according to his precepts.

If we seek Him first…put His way above our own way, and trust in Him as we would our dearest friend, then He will lead us on the path we’re supposed to travel.

If you’re ever in doubt as to which way to go, remember, the road map is as close as your faith walk with God.

My feet have closely followed his steps; I have kept to his way without turning aside – Job 23:11