Apostle Paul was an amazingly spiritual servant of God. The story of his life as written in the Bible is both shocking and inspiring. He was chosen by God, Jesus himself appeared to Saul (also known as Paul) while he was still persecuting the church! Shortly after that he became a fervent believer and spent the rest of his life glorifying God. He taught us many things through the letters he wrote to the churches, but I think God has been putting this message on my heart:
'I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do everything through him who gives me strength.' -Philippians 4:12-13
Enjoy the your life as it is, be content with any situation; everything is in God's hands. This was the message this past Sunday, and it was also reiterated today through a devotional email I received. Lets make the best of all we've been given! :)
Monday, September 26, 2011
Saturday, September 17, 2011
Prayer
Yesterday I started reading a book called 'Why Revival Tarries' by Leonard Ravenhill; it was given to me by my pastor for the culmination of the discipleship group, thanks Lem!
I'm on chapter two and so far it is an interesting read. It brings many concerns to light and is convicting. "...the people who are not praying are straying." This verse really holds true to me; when I first became a Christian, I pray fairly often... but at that time my prayers were shallow and for physical things.
Then there was the time when I fell away from church and did not pray at all... I started to believe things that Satan was whispering in my ear, and it was the most difficult time of my life thus far. But as I begin maturing as a Christian, I now see the importance of prayer. Prayer is what keeps you in God's love, it maintains your relationship with the Father; prayer is how infants of God can become fully grown spiritual women and men of God.
Prayer is so fundamental, and yet I myself neglect my prayer life because I'm too 'busy' or it just doesn't cross my mind... how sad is that! No wonder there are so many Christians that are just lukewarm.
I hope and pray that my brothers and sisters in God wake-up! May we not be satisfied with how their spiritual lives are currently. We must grow by continual prayer, desire to have spiritual wisdom and understanding, and always give thanks to our Father in heaven. Let us truly live a life worthy and pleasing to our Lord. Amen.
I'm on chapter two and so far it is an interesting read. It brings many concerns to light and is convicting. "...the people who are not praying are straying." This verse really holds true to me; when I first became a Christian, I pray fairly often... but at that time my prayers were shallow and for physical things.
Then there was the time when I fell away from church and did not pray at all... I started to believe things that Satan was whispering in my ear, and it was the most difficult time of my life thus far. But as I begin maturing as a Christian, I now see the importance of prayer. Prayer is what keeps you in God's love, it maintains your relationship with the Father; prayer is how infants of God can become fully grown spiritual women and men of God.
Prayer is so fundamental, and yet I myself neglect my prayer life because I'm too 'busy' or it just doesn't cross my mind... how sad is that! No wonder there are so many Christians that are just lukewarm.
I hope and pray that my brothers and sisters in God wake-up! May we not be satisfied with how their spiritual lives are currently. We must grow by continual prayer, desire to have spiritual wisdom and understanding, and always give thanks to our Father in heaven. Let us truly live a life worthy and pleasing to our Lord. Amen.
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