"Repent therefore, and turn back, that your sins may be blotted out, that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord, and that he may send the Christ appointed for you, Jesus..." - Acts 3:19-20
Repentance and Refreshment.
It is my experience that these two things rarely come together.
Read MoreImmediately the father of the child cried out and said, "I believe; help my unbelief!" - Mark 9:24
This father brings his son to Jesus who has, from childhood, suffered from a spirit that would seize him causing him to be mute, foam at his mouth, and grind his teeth. You can almost feel the desperation this father must have felt, watching his son for years be controlled by this spirit. We then find out that he has already taken his son to see Jesus' disciples but they were unable to heal the boy. But still desperate for change, he believes Jesus has the power to heal his boy. After bringing him to Jesus he finally submits his request saying,
"But if you can do anything, have compassion on us and help us."
Not exactly a statement of firm faith, 'if you can do anything'. I see so much of my self in this father.
Read More"...take every thought captive to obey Christ." - 2nd Corinthians 10:5
So often this is where the battle for the soul takes place, in my thought life. There is an intensity about Paul's diligent and intentional devotion toward Christ. Everything in Paul's life was an intentional step toward the will of God. Every thought, every action, and every impulse in Jesus' life was taken captive for the will of God. He did nothing out of thoughtless action. His life was so intertwined in the heart of God that Jesus could do nothing apart from God.
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