All God's people are called to the race...not all stay in it. There are
many reasons God's people don't finish what He calls them to, but the
reason I hear most is the rejection of God's grace. God's grace is our
fuel to run daily-without it we're left to move forward in our intellect
& stamina. Regardless of how smart & strong a person may
believe they are, they have limits -God has none. We need His grace
daily-it gives us the ability to go beyond our own ability. We can't run
the race without His grace. That settles it for me, what about you? To
agree with this truth is step one-step two is being purposed in renewing
your mind daily with it, step three is
putting it into action. A mind not renewed daily with God's truth will
not experience the victory He promises. Don't let your own reasoning
remove you from the race God's called you to. Jesus has gone before you
& laid out the course-every step has been ordered; however, this
doesn't exempt you from disappointment, falls or injuries. You will have
many troubles & God will deliver you from each one. His love gives
the race a purpose...His grace gives you the strength to run it with
joy. Let's be real: the race is grueling. You will be exhausted many
days & might consider giving up at times; maybe you already have.
None of us are exempt from exhaustion-it's a sign to rest & be
restored-it doesn't mean you're weak. Don't try to be a superhero-God's
not impressed when you try to move forward in your strength. The enemy
wants you to believe you don't have what it takes... he's a liar! God
made you for the race-you have what you need to win. Focus on your run
& don't compare yourself to others-God only wants to talk to you
about your personal progress. Persevere & move through the obstacles
of hurt, rejection, lies, grief, fear, unfairness, loneliness,
ridicule, sadness, fatigue, disappointment, offenses & unknowns.
Each one makes you rely on Jesus more-His power is made perfect in your
weaknesses; independent of Him, you won't make it. When what you see
doesn't line up with what you expected-don't drop out of the race...be
confident, God will complete the good work He started. The race isn't over
until you go to Heaven-if you're breathing, you're expected to run. Do
life with other Christians who will be honest with you-real friends will
challenge where you are in the race, not to judge you, but to hold you
accountable. God purposed you for this race, you're approved, don't let
anyone tell you differently. You're equipped, Jesus lives in you- enough
said! You are God's people, He planned this race long ago for you-it's
won! The question is...will you run in it? (2 Cor 12:9, Gal 6:4, Ps
34:19, Pr 14:12, Phil 1:6, Eph 2:10) 10/28/13CIFL/LMM
Shining God's truth across the world (Mt 5:16). When we lay down who we think we should be...we make room to become who God says we can be-His masterpiece to do the good works He planned long ago (Eph 2:10). Order the new devotional: Christian Insight for Life...for every day www.createspace.com/4222339
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