Hello
my dear friends! One of the distinguishing marks of the disciple of
Jesus is a heart that is set apart to worship God. We want our way,
often. When we want His, we are saying to Him: "Take my heart all of it
and have Your way with me."
Because He reigns over all, He reigns over our heart too.
Learning to bend my will to His,
Denny
Psalms of Discipleship—Principle #32
Life Principles For Those Who Choose To Follow Jesus And Live The Discipled Life
Key Scripture: The LORD reigns; let the earth rejoice; Let the many islands be glad. Psalm 97:1
Core Value: Worship
God is in charge, and we are not. This is a true statement, but we
often act in ways that seek to keep us in control. How do you know if
you have a heart of worship? The true heart of worship is an obedient
heart, a surrendered heart, a heart that is completely His.
Principle #32 & Personal Application: Quality disciples worship a
God who transcends all racial, cultural and political boundaries.
• Jesus is Lord of every person, no matter the color of one’s own skin
• Jesus is Lord of every culture, no matter the preference we choose
• Jesus is Lord of every nation, no matter where in the world it might be
• Jesus is Lord of all
Reflect & Respond: Some Really Good Questions To Ponder…
What does it mean for me to have the Lord reign over my life?
Have I ever worshiped with another believer who was “different” than me?
What can I learn from other members of the body of Christ that will enhance my worship of God?
Prayer:
Lord Jesus, I am thankful that You reign. You reign over people from
every race. You reign over every culture. You reign over every tribe and
nation. You reign over me.
The Essential Core Values Of The Quality Disciple Are…
Grace—Worship—Bible Study—Prayer—Community—Service—Evangelism
Dr. Denny Bates & Something New Christian Publishers © 2013 All rights reserved.
You can learn how to live as a Quality Disciple and a DiscipleMaker4Jesus by visiting my website at www.dennybates.com and my teaching blog at http://www.dennybates.com/#!blog/c1a4e
Hello
my dear friends! In this Psalms of Discipleship we are reminded of the
honor it is to be His ambassador, a representative of His Kingdom. In
gaining a proper view of Who He is, we are able to represent Him well to
those who have yet to experience His love and great salvation.
Enjoying His love and passing it on,
Denny
Psalms of Discipleship—Principle #31
Life Principles For Those Who Choose To Follow Jesus And Live The Discipled Life
Key Scripture: 9 Worship the LORD in holy attire; Tremble before Him,
all the earth. 10 Say among the nations, " The LORD reigns; Indeed, the
world is firmly established, it will not be moved; He will judge the
peoples with equity." Psalm 96:9-10
Core Value: Evangelism
One of the great joys and privileges of being a follower of Jesus is
the opportunity to partner with Him. The King has given to us His
Kingdom assignment: to worship Him, to give Him all glory, and to make
disciples of Jesus who make disciples for Him.
He has given
for us all of the resources we need to serve Him well. He has given us
His grace and power. He has given us His love. He has given us the
Gospel. He has given us Himself. He has given His very best. So must we.
Principle #31 & Personal Application: Quality disciples proclaim the Lord’s love, power and glory to the nations.
• When we share the Lord we are to give Him worship
• When we share the Lord we are to tell others of His great power
• When we share the Lord we are to testify of His righteous judgment
Reflect & Respond: Some Really Good Questions To Ponder…
What does it mean when I worship the Lord in holy attire?
In what way does my view of God impact the way I share about Him to the lost?
Prayer:
Lord Jesus, as I live in Your presence I am charged to do at least
three things: I will worship You in holy attire; I will tremble before
You and I will say to the nations that You reign. May I be used by You
to tell others of Your great love, power, and glory.
The Essential Core Values Of The Quality Disciple Are…
Grace—Worship—Bible Study—Prayer—Community—Service—Evangelism
Dr. Denny Bates & Something New Christian Publishers © 2013 All rights reserved.
You can learn how to live as a Quality Disciple and a DiscipleMaker4Jesus by visiting my website at www.dennybates.com and my teaching blog at http://www.dennybates.com/#!blog/c1a4e
