“But you, beloved, building yourselves up on your most holy faith,
praying in the Holy Spirit, keep yourselves in the love of God,
looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life.” Jude 1:20-21
Hey Girls!
I love these words of wisdom from Jude! Four simple instructions to help us maintain our life in Christ in the troubling days and months ahead. Plus, these 2 verses above can be turned into a heartfelt prayer for yourself and others! Oh, how we need prayer… I’ve been a Christian for a long time. It would seem that after years of practicing my Christian faith - the outcome would be an easier life as I grow older. You’ve heard the saying, ‘practice makes perfect’! But that isn’t what I am experiencing at all. Life seems harder now than when I first believed. How about you? I have been challenged daily regarding my heart attitudes. Everywhere you turn, there is dis-unity and division. So much drama in the world right now.
Yet according to scripture, everything is falling into place. So thankful our Lord in heaven, is sovereign over all. That even means the KingJ. Proverbs 21:1, “The Kings heart is in the hand of the Lord, like the rivers of water; He turns it wherever He wishes.” Knowing this fact reminds us to pray confidently for kings in authority, realizing God can and does direct their hearts and decisions. We also can pray for our own hearts and the gals we are praying for this month.
“But you, beloved, building yourselves up on your most holy faith,
praying in the Holy Spirit, keep yourselves in the love of God,
looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life.” Jude 1:20-21
1). Building my faith - Dear Lord, help me grow in my faith. I desire a hunger and a love for Your Word that is undeniable. Stir that hunger and love in me, so I choose to read Your Words daily and hide Your treasures in my heart. Strengthen me to remain under pressure when trials come my way. I am dependent upon Your power to keep me keeping on. I yield to the work of Your hands. Please transform that hard place into a beautiful diamond. May I sparkle and shine for You…
2). Praying in the Spirit – Dear Lord, help me to be led by the Spirit of God when I pray…
3). Keeping myself in the love of Jesus – Dear Lord, may I abide in your love today, keeping myself in a place where You are able to bless me. Grant me wisdom + discernment to guard my steps and keep me in Your love…
4). Anticipate Christ’s return – Dear Lord, I am waiting for Your great mercy and hope of eternal life forever and ever with You. Soon and very soon we are going to see our King Jesus! Help me to wait expectantly for Your soon return. Open my heart to share the love of Jesus with others in need of Your amazing grace…
In Jesus name, Amen.
Blessings, Karen