We want the Spirit to be at work in us to make us like Jesus. Teach me to do your will, for you are my God may your good Spirit lead me on level ground. I want him to be my Lord, not just in my words but also in my life. Holy Lord, conform my heart, my words, my life, my ministry, and my actions to those of Jesus.

3:18) and as Paul makes clear here and in other places ( Galatians 4:19) that this is his goal in working with others. Our goal as Christians is to be conformed to the character and ministry of Jesus. Our goal as Christians is not to obey some law, to adhere to some set of rules, or even be followers of some discipline. We proclaim him, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we present everyone perfect in Christ. I long to honor you because you have done so much to save me. Give me discernment that my obedience will not simply be the obedience of your words, but will also be the obedience of your will. Holy God, I know Jesus came to earth and obeyed your will. So let's not let obedience be a forgotten word in our lifestyle! It all hinges on one thing, our willingness to obey him. He's telling us that until we can come be with him at his place, he will come live with us here in our hearts. But just a few verses later, Jesus adds this promise. My Father will love him, and we will come to him and make our home with him.'Īt many Christian funerals, the preacher emphasizes how Jesus has left to make a place ready for us to join him in heaven. Jesus replied, 'If anyone loves me, he will obey my teaching. Nudge me out of my safety zone and call me into your empowering and sacrificial grace so that I help others come to know you. It is the Holy Spirit.įather from whom all peoples derive their hope, use your Spirit to rouse within me a passion to share your grace with all peoples. Thankfully, God has pre-wired all of us with a security system to help protect that incredibly precious hope. What is more precious to us than the truth of God's saving grace in the Gospel.

The things that are most valuable to us we protect. Paul's words here, shouldn't come as a surprise to us. We live in a world of keys, locks, alarms, and security systems. Guard the good deposit that was entrusted to you – guard it with the help of the Holy Spirit who lives in us. What you heard from me, keep as the pattern of sound teaching, with faith and love in Christ Jesus. Capture my heart to do your work and never let me lose sight of your coming glory. Guide me, O Father, guide me to the places you want me to be, the ministries you want me to offer, and the people you want me to touch.

I believe that if I seek his glory he will get me where I need to be to do his will. But I am reminded of God's abiding presence in the Spirit and his promise to never forsake me. I sometimes long for the pillar of fire at night and the cloud by day to guide me as I make my way through this world. This is what the Lord says – your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel: 'I am the Lord your God, who teaches you what is best for you, who directs you in the way you should go.'

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