"Greetings in the Name of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for 16 September 2011"
Today's Blog Title: "Obedience Opens the Way to Rest"
Today's Scripture Reading: Hebrews 4:1-16
Today's Key Verse: Hebrews 4:12 "For the Word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit. and of joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart."
The writer in this chapter continues his urgent discussion of "rest" from Chapter 3. God's Word has come to this generation, as it did to those of Moses' time, with a similar promise of rest. But the promise does us no good unless we hear and respond with faith (verses 1-3).
The concept of God's "rest" is rooted in Creation and has a vital meaning for us "today" (verses 4-8). When in Genesis 2:2,3 it says, "God rested from His work", it doesn't mean God is inactive. It means that God no longer works, that in His act of Creation, he planned for every
contingency. There is no problem that we that god has already provided a solution. Our task then is not to our own answers. It is to listen for His voice, sure He will lead us into His rest (verses 9-11).
How much trust can we put in God voice? Total trust for nothing in our lives is hidden from Him. His word searches our whole being, not to condemn us, but to sense our deepest, most secret needs. With these laid bare, God's Spirit guides us to His rest (verses12,13).
The warning uttered, the writer reminds us of a wonderful truth. Through Jesus out High Priest we have immediate access to God. If we need help to find our way, He will give it freely (verses 14-16).
Today's Hymn: "Beautiful Garden Of Prayer"
There's a garden, where Jesus is waiting, And I go with my burden and care
Just to learn from His lips, words of comfort, In the beautiful garden of prayer
Oh, the beautiful garden, the garden of prayer;
There my Savior awaits, and He opens the gates
To the beautiful garden of prayer
Heavenly Father, Lord Jesus, Holy Spirit how grateful we are Abba Father we are that You loved us so much that You send Your Son Jesus Christ to us to die upon the Cross of Calvary for our sins. How we thank You Jesus for standing before the Father as our advocate and through you we can approach the throne room God and lay our prayers and petition at His feet. May we as Your children be still and listen for Your voice as we walk our daily life's with Thee.
Amen
Today's Biblical Truth: "Walking according to the Spirit highlights the active participation and effort of the believer."
Have a God Filled and Spirit Led Day. Go in Peace and Serve the Lord our God with Gladness. Love God More Today and always remember that when you have a Spiritual dilemma in your life and You yell out, "I CAN'T", God Whispers to you, "BUT I CAN".
"The Lord is gracious and full of compassion, Slow to anger and great in mercy." Psalm 145:8
Your Sister In Christ,
Cindi
Today's Blog Title: "Obedience Opens the Way to Rest"
Today's Scripture Reading: Hebrews 4:1-16
Today's Key Verse: Hebrews 4:12 "For the Word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit. and of joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart."
The writer in this chapter continues his urgent discussion of "rest" from Chapter 3. God's Word has come to this generation, as it did to those of Moses' time, with a similar promise of rest. But the promise does us no good unless we hear and respond with faith (verses 1-3).
The concept of God's "rest" is rooted in Creation and has a vital meaning for us "today" (verses 4-8). When in Genesis 2:2,3 it says, "God rested from His work", it doesn't mean God is inactive. It means that God no longer works, that in His act of Creation, he planned for every
contingency. There is no problem that we that god has already provided a solution. Our task then is not to our own answers. It is to listen for His voice, sure He will lead us into His rest (verses 9-11).
How much trust can we put in God voice? Total trust for nothing in our lives is hidden from Him. His word searches our whole being, not to condemn us, but to sense our deepest, most secret needs. With these laid bare, God's Spirit guides us to His rest (verses12,13).
The warning uttered, the writer reminds us of a wonderful truth. Through Jesus out High Priest we have immediate access to God. If we need help to find our way, He will give it freely (verses 14-16).
Today's Hymn: "Beautiful Garden Of Prayer"
There's a garden, where Jesus is waiting, And I go with my burden and care
Just to learn from His lips, words of comfort, In the beautiful garden of prayer
Oh, the beautiful garden, the garden of prayer;
There my Savior awaits, and He opens the gates
To the beautiful garden of prayer
Heavenly Father, Lord Jesus, Holy Spirit how grateful we are Abba Father we are that You loved us so much that You send Your Son Jesus Christ to us to die upon the Cross of Calvary for our sins. How we thank You Jesus for standing before the Father as our advocate and through you we can approach the throne room God and lay our prayers and petition at His feet. May we as Your children be still and listen for Your voice as we walk our daily life's with Thee.
Amen
Today's Biblical Truth: "Walking according to the Spirit highlights the active participation and effort of the believer."
Have a God Filled and Spirit Led Day. Go in Peace and Serve the Lord our God with Gladness. Love God More Today and always remember that when you have a Spiritual dilemma in your life and You yell out, "I CAN'T", God Whispers to you, "BUT I CAN".
"The Lord is gracious and full of compassion, Slow to anger and great in mercy." Psalm 145:8
Your Sister In Christ,
Cindi
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