Psalms of Discipleship (Grace) Principle #17. May 5, 2012
Hello
my dear friends! Today's Psalms of Discipleship is a timely reminder of
how important the choices are that we make every day. Good choices most
always lead to a good outcome. Poor choices usually produce the kind of
result that leads to regret.
Do you feel any kind of undue
pressure to make good choices all of the time? Perhaps, the grace of God
will help you do the best you can and then leave the results to His
Sovereign love and care for you.
Growing in grace,
Denny
Psalms of Discipleship—Principle #17
Life Principles For Those Who Choose To Follow Jesus And Live The Discipled Life
Key Scripture: 3 For You have been a refuge for me, A tower of strength
against the enemy. 4 Let me dwell in Your tent forever; Let me take
refuge in the shelter of Your wings. Selah. Psalm 61:3-4
Core Value: Grace
Choices. We make them (or don’t make them) every day. Some of the
choices we make are founded upon a solid confidence that we are making
the right choice at the right time and in the right way. These are the
choices of confidence or courage.
On the other hand we may
make choices that are based upon a paralyzing fear: “What if it is the
wrong choice? What if I cannot control the consequences of my choice?
What if . . .” These are the choices of doubt and fear. The person who
has cultivated a habit of making choices based upon fear have set in
motion a way of life where is no protection and no peace. Consequently,
this person becomes a victim of their choices.
In contrast,
because of grace that is applied, the Quality Disciple of Jesus chooses
to throw his or her full weight upon the Lord’s ability (and promise) to
care for them.
Principle #17 & Personal Application: Quality disciples find a safe refuge in the Lord.
Because of the grace of God, the disciple can experience the Lord’s protection and care, and say . . .
• The Lord has been a refuge for me.
• The Lord has been a tower of strength against the enemy.
• The Lord allows me to dwell in His tent forever.
• The Lord allows me to take refuge in the shelter of His wings.
Reflect & Respond: Some Really Good Questions To Ponder…
What does it “feel” like when I sense the Lord’s protection upon my
life? What kinds of emotions fill my heart when I feel safe?
How does the grace of God remind me of the love of God?
Prayer:
Lord Jesus, You are a refuge for me. You are a tower of strength
against the enemies of my soul. My heart cry is that You will allow me
to dwell in Your tent forever. My desire is that You will allow me to
take refuge and find protection and care in the shelter of Your wings.
The Essential Core Values Of The Quality Disciple Are…
Grace—Worship—Bible Study—Prayer—Community—Service—Evangelism
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