It’s a new day. What if it’s a good one?
God has a few things for his followers today (and every day.) They’ll make whatever your schedule holds better. You don’t have to take them or appreciate them, but you can if you’d like. His offer is free and wide open.
Your options in Christ are:
(and you don’t have to choose just one!)
Companionship
You never have to be alone. When Jesus said He was sending the Spirit to dwell in His followers, He meant it (John 14:26.) The Holy Spirit accompanies you, comforts you, and even advocates for you. The Spirit keeps you close to the Lord’s will and His best for you. That’s some companion!
Guidance
God’s Word, which is at the ready for your reading pleasure today, is able to guide you. It is God-breathed. He speaks to instruct you, direct you, correct you, and encourage you. (2 Timothy 3:16-17)
Wisdom
Is there ever a day you are not in need of wisdom? Today is no exception (1 John 5:20.) You need wisdom in your decisions, big and small. Wisdom should season your speech and change your attitude. Wisdom gives you understanding, which enables you to know Him. And knowing Him shapes who you are, how you see things, and how you live – all for the better.
Someone to talk to
“Pray without ceasing” is as much a gift as a wise suggestion (1 Thessalonians 5:17). The Lord hears it all and knows it all. He still loves you anyway. Since He’s always listening and loving, the Lord really is always there to talk to. Ask Him questions, ask for help, share your concerns. Share a laugh. The Lord is listening and He does respond.
Help
When God sent His son, He sent you help. In sending the Spirit, Jesus sent a helper for you. Yes, the Lord is ready to help. He is prepared, and capable (Luke 7:16).
Love
1 John 4:16 proclaims that “we know and rely on the love God has for us. God is love.” His very presence in your life shows His love for you, and you can choose to talk right up to Him today because of His love for you through Christ. You can go all day in that love and rely on it too.
Purpose
1 Corinthians 7:17 says that the Lord has assigned your situation. He has called you to a task, uniquely. All work is not vain when performed for the Lord. As you approach your tasks today, take it from Him: you have a purpose.
Growth
He has fashioned you, and continues to do so (2 Corinthians 5:5). Today, the Lord has plans to shape you and grow you. You don’t have to be the same old, same old. You don’t have to stay stuck. Even as you wait on Him and nothing around you seems to change, He is growing you.
{This was originally posted on My Faith Radio}
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Bethany,
In this Game Show called Life, God gives us some awesome gifts. I read through the list you gave a couple times, pausing to dwell on each of the gifts He gives. What a good, good Father we have! Thanks for this uplifting reminder today!
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Bev xx
Hi Bev! Thank you for joining in here! We have such a loving, generous Savior!!
What a plethora of blessings are ours for the tasking, all gifts of His grace!
Praise HIM! Amen!
Life in Christ is rich and rewarding–even if our circumstances don’t necessarily look that way to the casual observer!
Thanks for this reminder of all the good things that show up every day because we belong to Him.
Thank you for sharing about the richness of His grace so often, Michele! : ) You’re a blessing! And He is SO generous with us!
What beautiful reminders of how to walk through life with God everyday! Thank you for reminding me of all the things my spirit needs, and how God provides them!
Thanks for being here, Becky! So glad to remind and be reminded! : )
Bethany,
This post encouraged my heart this morning. I have an appointment today that kept me awake through the night and I needed to be reminded that He is always with me–offering guidance and wisdom in every moment.
Thank you,
Tammy
Tammy, I just prayed for you. Praise God for the timing of His encouragement! I hope your appointment went well and that God continued to remind you He is always with you.
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Amen!
Bethany, He is the friend who is closer than a brother! Thank you for reminding us of these wonderful provisions.
Yes He is! Thanks for being here, Debbie, and sharing in His praise!
Bethany, I love all your points about what Christ offers us. Especially, purpose. Just that truth brings comfort in knowing my life not only has purpose, but each day can also hold purpose in and of itself. Because nothing in the Lord is ever in vain. Thank you for this great reminder.