Psalms of Discipleship. Principle #15 (Grace) April 21, 2013

Hello my dear friends! Today's Psalms of Discipleship is a reminder of how powerful the grace of God is for the disciple of Jesus. It not only saves us but it also empowers us to experience the abundant life of Jesus.

Living in Amazing Grace,

Denny

Psalms of Discipleship—Principle #15

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

Key Scripture: 11 Teach me Your way, O LORD; I will walk in Your truth; Unite my heart to fear Your name. 12 I will give thanks to You, O Lord my God, with all my heart, And will glorify Your name forever. 13 For Your lovingkindness toward me is great, And You have delivered my soul from the depths of Sheol. Psalm 86:11-13

Core Value: Grace

Every disciple needs a frequent reality check: without the grace of Jesus we have no destination other than hell, eternal separation from the love of God (John 14:6). This is true: when God takes the initiative, we are able to respond by taking positive steps. Because of His grace we are able to walk in His truth. When we are walking in truth there is an even deeper awareness of how great He is. A heart that has been infused with grace responds in thanksgiving and worship. Grace not only keeps us out of hell, it empowers us to experience an abundant life in Him.

Principle #15 & Personal Application: Quality disciples have both a teachable and thankful heart.

• By His grace we are able to learn His way and walk in His truth

• By His grace we are able to fear His name and give thanks to Him with an entire heart

• By His grace we are able to embrace His lovingkindness (mercy) and avoid having to spend eternity without Him

Reflect & Respond: Some Really Good Questions To Ponder…

From my perspective, how is my life impacted when I walk in the Lord’s truth?

In what ways can I cultivate and enhance a thankful heart?

Prayer:
Lord Jesus, I am asking You to teach me Your way as I make a fresh commitment to walk in Your truth. May I always have a great respect for the greatness of Your name. By grace, help me to offer thanks to You with a humble and thankful heart. Thank You for pouring out Your love and mercy upon me and delivering my soul from a Christ-less eternity.

The Essential Core Values Of The Quality Disciple Are…

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

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