Hello dear friends! I trust that today you are experiencing a life that is driven by the grace of God. We all know what it's like to be driven by perfectionism and legalism and works. It kills us an inch of life at a time. However, when we tap into the sweet spot of grace, we ...come alive. Today's Psalms of Discipleship presents the case for grace in a refreshing way. If I could give it a title, it would be "The Problem With Grace." Its a problem we can appreciate and enjoy!
Grace to you,
Denny
Life Principles For Those Who Choose To Follow Jesus And Live The Discipled Life
Key Scripture: 37 Mark the blameless man, and behold the upright; For the man of peace will have a posterity. 38 But transgressors will be altogether destroyed; The posterity of the wicked will be cut off. 39 But the salvation of the righteous is from the LORD; He is their strength in time of trouble. 40 The LORD helps them and delivers them; He delivers them from the wicked and saves them, Because they take refuge in Him. Psalm 37:37-40
Core Value: Grace
What is grace? It is getting something good that we do not deserve. And when we do receive grace, by faith, our hearts become full of gratitude. Why? Because we know we are so undeserving, yet, as disciples of Jesus, we also know that we are valued greatly by our Lord. Experiencing a Grace-Driven life causes us to live with . . .
• More PURPOSE: our life is focused on doing the things that really matter
• More HUMILITY: our life is willing to learn more about living in the Kingdom of God
• More APPRECIATION: our life is impacted in ways where we can never thank God enough
Many, O LORD my God, are the wonders which You have done, And Your thoughts toward us; There is none to compare with You. If I would declare and speak of them, They would be too numerous to count. Psalm 40:5
And that is the problem with grace . . . you just can’t keep up with it’s blessings!
Principle #24 & Personal Application: The quality disciple takes refuge in the God of grace and enjoys salvation, strength, and deliverance.
• In the God of grace we find salvation from the Lord.
• In the God of grace we find strength in time of trouble.
• In the God of grace we find deliverance from the wicked.
Reflect & Respond: Some Really Good Questions To Ponder…
What has the Lord saved me from? Where would I be without His grace?
Do I know how not to trust in my own strength and trust in His?
Prayer:
Lord Jesus, where would I be without Your saving grace? Thank You that my salvation is from You. I am grateful that You are my strength in time of trouble. I am forever thankful that You help me and deliver me from the wicked and save me. May I always take refuge in You.
The Essential Core Values Of The Quality Disciple Are…
Grace—Worship—Bible Study—Prayer—Community—Service—Evangelism
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