Today's Word of Blessing

GROWING IN CHRIST

He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.    (Psalm 91:1)

  Dearly beloved, Christian life is growing in Christ every day.

These days, Christians are satisfied that they are saved, baptized and anointed. They think that is the end of Christian life. No, it is not so. Knowing Lord Jesus Christ and walking closely with Him is the true Christian life.

The Bible says, “…Grace and peace be yours in abundance through the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord……for this very reason, make very effort to add to your faith goodness and to goodness knowledge….” (II Peter 1:2-7).

Peter, an Apostle of God, has written the above words through the Holy Spirit. When we grow in the knowledge of Lord Jesus Christ and remain in Him, we shall receive His grace and peace. Then we shall also bear fruit (John 15:4,5,16).

Paul the Apostle wrote the following to the Church of God in Corinth urging them to become more and more holy. “I always thank God for you because of his grace given you in Christ Jesus. For in him you have been enriched in every way--in all your speaking and in all your knowledge because our testimony about Christ was confirmed in you” (I Corinthians 1:4-6).

Whoever wants to follow Lord Jesus Christ must get enriched in the knowledge of Christ.

How to get enriched?

The Bible says, “I always thank God for you because of His grace given to you in Christ Jesus” (I Corinthians 1:6). So, we must know God more intimately and lead lives which would please Him. We must fulfill the will of God in our personal life as well as family life. Then He will grant us His grace in an abundant measure.

David the Psalmist says, “How priceless is your unfailing love! Both high and low among men find refuge in the shadow of your wings” (Psalm 36:7). “He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty” (Psalm 91:1). Those who dwell in the presence of the Lord will be safe and secure under His wings. When we abide in fellowship with God, we shall receive all blessings.

Prayer:

Loving Lord Jesus,

You are my the joy of my life. Help me to grow in the knowledge of your love. Renew my mind through the power of the Holy Spirit. Increase my faith and enable me to live in the power of your Spirit. Keep me secure in your divine presence. Give me the grace to abide in fellowship with You and become more like You.

I ask this through Christ our Lord

Amen.