Psalms of Discipleship, Principle #11 (Grace) March 24, 2012

Hello my dear friends! Today's Psalms of Discipleship is a wonderful reminder that we do not have to take this journey of faith alone. The beauty of the Christian life is having the grace that allows us to direct access to the power we need to "live life well" as His disciples. The grace given is free. Our responsibility: We must learn how to apply it.

Do you "Live Life Well"? I'm learning with you.

Denny

Psalms of Discipleship—Principle #11

Life Principles For Those Who Choose To Follow Jesus And Live The Discipled Life

Key Scripture: My heart is steadfast, O God, my heart is steadfast; I will sing, yes, I will sing praises! Psalm 57:7

Core Value: Grace

There is a lot to be said for good footing. Be it a long hike over rugged terrain or an athlete trying to make an athletic move, good footing is the key between success and failure. One slip on a rocky hillside and the outcome can be a scratched leg or worse. A loss of footing by the running back when making a cut in the grass can mean the difference between a game-breaking play or a loss of yards.

When it comes to disciples of Jesus, we need to be sure of the steps of faith we are taking: are our steps grounded in the confidence we have in our faith or are our steps of faith grounded in the very character of God? Our way is the way of works and is completely dependent upon us. God’s way is the way of grace and is completely dependent upon God. His grace allows us to walk with a steadfast heart.

Principle #11 & Personal Application: Quality disciples have been given a steadfast, confident heart from the Lord.

• It is because of grace that the believer’s heart is steadfast and confident

• It is because of grace that the believer can respond in a song of worship

• It is because of grace that the believer can experience a heart that is made strong and kept strong, forever

Whom have I in heaven but you? I desire you more than anything on earth. | My health may fail, and my spirit may grow weak, but God remains the strength of my heart; he is mine forever. Psalm 73:25-26 (NLT)

Reflect & Respond: Some Really Good Questions To Ponder…

What does it “feel” like when the burdens of this life are undergirded by a strong heart?

Can I recall a time when I wanted to burst out in song after experiencing God’s grace in my life?

Prayer:
Lord Jesus, it is because of You that my heart is steadfast and confident. It is because of You that Your grace comes to me in abundance when life presents me with burdens that seek to weigh me down. It is because of You that my heart can only have one response: to sing praises to You.

The Essential Core Values Of The Quality Disciple Are…
Grace—Worship—Bible Study—Prayer—Community—Service—Evangelism

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