Psalms of Discipleship. Principle #20 (Grace). June 1, 2013

Hello my dear friends! Are you living in the favor of God? Today's Psalms of Discipleship describes a way of life that every disciple of Jesus desires: to live in the FOG, in the Favor of God.

Because of amazing grace,

Denny

Psalms of Discipleship—Principle #20

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

Key Scripture: Let the favor of the Lord our God be upon us; And confirm for us the work of our hands; Yes, confirm the work of our hands. Psalm 90:17

Core Value: Grace

Years ago I was on a flight from Northern California to the Philippines. As the plane taxied down the runway, the pilot waited . . . and waited . . . and waited for clearance from the tower to take off. On that night, he never got permission to take off. Instead, he turned the plane around and went back to the terminal. Why? Too much fog.

I recently became aware of a term that caught my attention. “Living in the FOG.” Living in the Favor Of God means that I am fully engaged in the grace of God. Living in the favor of God means that I have discovered a way of life where I am receiving far more than I deserve.

On that night in Northern California, it was not safe to proceed because of the fog. For the disciple of Jesus, living in the FOG is not only safe, but also essential.

Principle #20 & Personal Application: Quality disciples delight in having the Lord’s favor and constant encouragement.

• It is because of grace that the favor of the Lord is upon us

• It is because of grace that the Lord will confirm the work of our hands

• It is because of grace that that we are affirmed and encouraged by Him

Reflect & Respond: Some Really Good Questions To Ponder…

As I examine my life, what specific examples can I recall where the favor of the Lord has been upon me?

In what areas of my life do I need some encouragement from the Lord (i.e., relationships, career, ministry, etc.)?

Prayer:
Lord Jesus, may the favor of the Lord my God be upon me. Thank You for Your constant encouragement as I live for You.

The Essential Core Values Of The Quality Disciple Are…

Grace—Worship—Bible Study—Prayer—Community—Service—Evangelism

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