Teach me your way, Lord, that I may rely on your faithfulness; give me an undivided heart, that I may fear your name. Psalm 86:11
The way of the Lord is an ongoing education in eternal matters. It is a lifetime of study and learning from the Holy Spirit. Even the most fully developed disciple has the next stage of spiritual maturity to aspire to, as we are to move from glory to glory in Christ. Many lessons learned from the Lord are progressive and contingent on each other. The course of study Christ teaches His child this semester builds on what they learned last semester.
The core curriculum for a child of God is to rely on the faithfulness of God. The amount of time it takes for us to trust God with a troubled situation is an indicator of our growth in grace. A divided heart of distrust is created when we are offended, frustrated or hurt. The quicker we learn to thank God, forgive and rely on His faithfulness, the quicker we enjoy the grace, power, joy, and peace of the Lord. Our trust in the character of God builds His character into our life.
Suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us. Romans 5:3-5
We can be made weak when our heart is divided by forces competing with faithful living. Our lives can resemble a powerful river with surging water guarded by two river banks, or be severely weakened like scattered tributaries that barely trickle forth water. Pride divides, humility unites. Fear divides, faith unites. Anger divides, forgiveness unites. Selfishness divides, selflessness unites. Harshness divides, kindness unites. Hate divides, love unites. An undivided heart has a focused faith in and upon Jesus Christ.
Lastly, the fear of the Lord is the fruit of your undivided heart. Your life unencumbered by the world’s trappings is free to love, worship, praise, pray, serve, and revere God. Our whole heart dedicated to growth in godliness is an influential instrument in the hands of the Lord. The Holy Spirit uses our daily quiet time to keep noisy diversions at bay. Yes, guard your heart with the glue of God’s grace that fills any areas of unfaithfulness. Our undivided heart fears the Lord’s name and unites around His love
The core curriculum for a child of God is to rely on the faithfulness of God. The amount of time it takes for us to trust God with a troubled situation is an indicator of our growth in grace. A divided heart of distrust is created when we are offended, frustrated or hurt. The quicker we learn to thank God, forgive and rely on His faithfulness, the quicker we enjoy the grace, power, joy, and peace of the Lord. Our trust in the character of God builds His character into our life.
Suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us. Romans 5:3-5
We can be made weak when our heart is divided by forces competing with faithful living. Our lives can resemble a powerful river with surging water guarded by two river banks, or be severely weakened like scattered tributaries that barely trickle forth water. Pride divides, humility unites. Fear divides, faith unites. Anger divides, forgiveness unites. Selfishness divides, selflessness unites. Harshness divides, kindness unites. Hate divides, love unites. An undivided heart has a focused faith in and upon Jesus Christ.
Lastly, the fear of the Lord is the fruit of your undivided heart. Your life unencumbered by the world’s trappings is free to love, worship, praise, pray, serve, and revere God. Our whole heart dedicated to growth in godliness is an influential instrument in the hands of the Lord. The Holy Spirit uses our daily quiet time to keep noisy diversions at bay. Yes, guard your heart with the glue of God’s grace that fills any areas of unfaithfulness. Our undivided heart fears the Lord’s name and unites around His love
Come worship with us Sundays (10:45am) and Wednesdays (7pm) at First Baptist Chesterbrook 1740 Kirby Rd. McLean Va.
You can also receive a daily word of encouragement from me on www.wbgronline.com Monday-Friday at 11:55am on my segment "Life Notes" with Pastor Brown starting this Monday November 4th. If you have a smart phone download the free WBGR app and listen daily.
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Rev. Todd A. Brown, Pastor
First Baptist of Chesterbrook
1740 Kirby Rd. Mclean Va. 22101
First Baptist of Chesterbrook
1740 Kirby Rd. Mclean Va. 22101
Worship with us Sundays at 10:45am
Vision:" Disciples Making a Kingdom Impact"
Vision:" Disciples Making a Kingdom Impact"
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