Are you wide awake for God?

If we do not stay awake for God, we forget the power we are given by Him. The outcome is a life of lust focused on the things of this world. We become awakened to self and fall asleep to God, and sin is more appealing every day. As disciples we are warned by God to avoid this and given the power to do so. The Holy Spirit is the power and prayer is the fuel to the power. Pray without ceasing and you will be wide awake for God, living for Him and not for sin!

Would you like to know your future?

Contrary to what we think, it is a blessing that God has not revealed to us what the future years of this life have in store for us. Even though God knows, we don’t, and not knowing makes life an exciting challenge with unexpected twists and turns. God has, however, revealed the ultimate future for His disciple’s – a destination called Heaven where we will see Jesus face to face. That is your only certainty and the only revelation needed to live with joy as you plan your future with God! Live today as if today is the future!

Are you exercising your faith?

Physical exercise is very important to living a healthy life. A disciple’s body is the temple of the Holy Spirit and should be taken care of. However, physical exercise is only of little profit when compared to the exercise of faith! It is essential to build a strong faith which only comes from the strength of Jesus. When you pour out every ounce of your strength worshipping Him, He will provide you with all the strengthened faith you need to live abundantly for Him! Then you can follow Jesus’ commandments and take that strength and share it with others.

Does the fear of man get in your way of standing firm for God?

A disciple must stand up for the things of God no matter what the consequences are. We must never be intimidated by what others might think of our faith in Jesus. If we worry about what someone might say as we speak about God, we are letting the fear of man control us. As a Christian, you are a child of God’s and He is protecting you and commanding you to take a stand for Him. Never fear man; instead take action for Jesus with the faith that He is in control.

Have you forgiven everyone for everything?

Forgiveness is at the center of a disciple’s relationship with Jesus. He suffered and died so that we could be forgiven and could forgive others. We cannot hold on to anger, resentment and bitterness toward anyone for anything, otherwise we hinder our relationship with Jesus and we hurt ourselves! Jesus forgives even though we once were in rebellion against Him, living our lives ignoring Him, offending Him and degrading His holy name. Ask Jesus to give you a heart of forgiveness toward anyone that has hurt you in any way. He is faithful to comply and your faith will be strengthened!