I AM CHRIST IN YOU, THE HOPE OF Glory. The Messiah - the Savior of the world - lives in you! This promise is for all who have faith in Me. I dwell in your hearts through faith. This amazing blessing is a work of My Spirit in your inner being. The more you trust Me, the more you can enjoy My indwelling Presence - and the more effectively I can live through you.
In a world that may seem increasingly hopeless, remember that I am the hope of Glory. This hope is ultimately about heaven, where you will live with Me forever. But the Light of heaven's Glory is so brilliant that some of its rays can reach you even in the present - no matter how dark your circumstances may appear. I am the Light that shines on in the darkness, for the darkness has never overpowered it. As you follow Me along your life-path, clothed in My righteousness, this Light shines brighter and brighter until full day.
- Jesus
(Jesus Today / Sarah Young)
Scripture Insight: Colossians 1:27; Ephesians 3:16-17; John 1:5 and
Proverbs 4:18
Wednesday, October 29, 2014
Tuesday, October 28, 2014
If You Have A Problem That Comes And ...
IF YOU HAVE A PROBLEM THAT COMES AND goes over a long period of time, you may start dreading its recurrence. This reaction only makes matters worse. When the painful situation returns, you tend to feel tense and defeated. You begin to judge each day that this circumstance is present as a bad day. This is a hurtful, negative focus.
Let me suggest a better way: When the problem is absent or minimal, rejoice and thank Me continually - as often as you can remember. If the problem is present, look to Me and affirm your trust in Me. Ask My Spirit to help you persevere and keep your focus on Me. In doing so, you connect a positive thing -- trusting Me -- with something you previously considered quite negative.
If you do this consistently, you will find you are in a win-win situation. More importantly, you will no longer be letting your circumstances dictate the quality of your life. Rejoice and be glad-hearted continually. Be unceasing in prayer - praying perseveringly. Thank Me in everything - no matter what the circumstances may be.
- Jesus
(Jesus Today / Sarah Young)
Scripture Insight: Romans 12:12; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 and
Psalm 143:8
Let me suggest a better way: When the problem is absent or minimal, rejoice and thank Me continually - as often as you can remember. If the problem is present, look to Me and affirm your trust in Me. Ask My Spirit to help you persevere and keep your focus on Me. In doing so, you connect a positive thing -- trusting Me -- with something you previously considered quite negative.
If you do this consistently, you will find you are in a win-win situation. More importantly, you will no longer be letting your circumstances dictate the quality of your life. Rejoice and be glad-hearted continually. Be unceasing in prayer - praying perseveringly. Thank Me in everything - no matter what the circumstances may be.
- Jesus
(Jesus Today / Sarah Young)
Scripture Insight: Romans 12:12; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 and
Psalm 143:8
Monday, October 27, 2014
My Word Is Living And Powerful; It Is ...
MY WORD IS LIVING AND POWERFUL; IT IS a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart. Because Scripture is alive, active and full of Power, it can touch hearts deeply and transform lives thoroughly. I have changed your life through the wonders of biblical truth. My Word is continually at work in you, transforming you in the depths of your being. The more Scripture you have in your mind and heart, the more readily I can mold you.
Growing in grace is all about transformation - becoming more like Me. I never change: I am the same yesterday, today, and forever. So you are the one who needs to change - to be molded increasingly into My likeness. This is a glorious adventure and an awesome privilege! Yet it is also painful at times. Change always involves some loss, and it can trigger anxiety. The remedy is to cling to My hand - walking with Me in trusting dependence along the path I've prepared for you. My Word is a lamp to your feet and a light for your path.
- Jesus
(Jesus Today / Sarah Young)
Scripture Insight: Hebrews 4:12; Hebrews 13:8; Romans 8:29 and
Psalm 119:105
Growing in grace is all about transformation - becoming more like Me. I never change: I am the same yesterday, today, and forever. So you are the one who needs to change - to be molded increasingly into My likeness. This is a glorious adventure and an awesome privilege! Yet it is also painful at times. Change always involves some loss, and it can trigger anxiety. The remedy is to cling to My hand - walking with Me in trusting dependence along the path I've prepared for you. My Word is a lamp to your feet and a light for your path.
- Jesus
(Jesus Today / Sarah Young)
Scripture Insight: Hebrews 4:12; Hebrews 13:8; Romans 8:29 and
Psalm 119:105
Sun 10-26 Waiting Is An Inescapable Part Of Life In ...
WAITING IS AN INESCAPABLE PART OF LIFE IN this world. One of the hardest times to wait is during the night, if you are having trouble sleeping. As the darkness drags on while you're watching for the first rays of sunlight, you can identify with watchmen waiting for the morning. However, no matter how long the night may feel, dawn eventually comes. Since I created an orderly world, you can count on the rising of the sun.
There is much to learn from this pattern of expectant waiting followed by the dawning of a new day. People who are struggling with long-term problems may feel as if their suffering will go on interminably. But for My children there is every reason to be hopeful, even while circumstances remain dark. Relief will come! I can change situations and relieve suffering in an instant. Moreover, each of My followers is on a pathway leading to heaven.
Just as the night sometimes seems terribly long, yet always ends in dawn, so your journey through this world - no matter how long and hard it seems - will definitely end in Glory!
- Jesus
(Jesus Today / Sarah Young)
Scripture Insight: Psalm 130:5-6; Psalm 17:15; Ephesians 3:20-21 and
Isaiah 60:19
There is much to learn from this pattern of expectant waiting followed by the dawning of a new day. People who are struggling with long-term problems may feel as if their suffering will go on interminably. But for My children there is every reason to be hopeful, even while circumstances remain dark. Relief will come! I can change situations and relieve suffering in an instant. Moreover, each of My followers is on a pathway leading to heaven.
Just as the night sometimes seems terribly long, yet always ends in dawn, so your journey through this world - no matter how long and hard it seems - will definitely end in Glory!
- Jesus
(Jesus Today / Sarah Young)
Scripture Insight: Psalm 130:5-6; Psalm 17:15; Ephesians 3:20-21 and
Isaiah 60:19
Sat 10-25 My Peace Is A Soft, Soothing Pillow For ...
MY PEACE IS A SOFT, SOOTHING PILLOW FOR your weary head. Pry your mind away from plans and problems so you can rest in My healing Presence. Whisper, "I trust You, Jesus," while you relax - body, mind and soul - in My protective Presence. If anxious thoughts try to intrude you, give them over to Me with thanksgiving. Be grateful that I understand about you and your circumstances; also, I love you eternally and take care of you continually. Instead of pondering your problems, let these precious truths renew your mind. They will set you free.
As you refresh yourself in My peaceful Presence - trusting and thanking Me - I go to work on your behalf. While you stay in communication with Me, I show you the way forward. I may open up a way that previously seemed blocked, or I may take you along a new path altogether. Remember that you are never alone in your struggles. You have a Helper who is infinitely powerful, tenderly loving, and wise beyond all understanding. So rejoice!
- Jesus
(Jesus Today / Sarah Young)
Scripture Insight: Exodus 33:14; Philippians 4:4-7; John 8:31-32 and
John 15:26
As you refresh yourself in My peaceful Presence - trusting and thanking Me - I go to work on your behalf. While you stay in communication with Me, I show you the way forward. I may open up a way that previously seemed blocked, or I may take you along a new path altogether. Remember that you are never alone in your struggles. You have a Helper who is infinitely powerful, tenderly loving, and wise beyond all understanding. So rejoice!
- Jesus
(Jesus Today / Sarah Young)
Scripture Insight: Exodus 33:14; Philippians 4:4-7; John 8:31-32 and
John 15:26
Friday, October 24, 2014
Be Of Good Courage, And I Will Strengthen ...
BE OF GOOD COURAGE, AND I WILL STRENGTHEN your heart. I want you to face adversity with confidence and firm determination. Because I am with you and the Holy Spirit lives in you, you have everything you need to be bold. Cowardliness is not of My kingdom. When you are feeling overwhelmed by your circumstances, remember who you are - a child of the eternal King! Invite Me into the very circumstances that are intimidating you, and let the Light of My powerful Presence strengthen you. When you choose to live courageously, I am pleased. And I respond by strengthening your heart, thus increasing your valor.
Expect to encounter hardships as you journey toward heaven, because you live in a very broken world. This is why bravery is desperately needed among My followers. You also need hope. My promise to strengthen your heart is for those who hope in Me. Courage and hope are closely connected in My kingdom. So I urge you to hold on to your courage and your hope. They are more precious than gold!
- Jesus
(Jesus Today / Sarah Young)
Scripture Insight: Psalm 31:24; Romans 8:15-17; 1 Timothy 1:17 and
Hebrews 3:6
Expect to encounter hardships as you journey toward heaven, because you live in a very broken world. This is why bravery is desperately needed among My followers. You also need hope. My promise to strengthen your heart is for those who hope in Me. Courage and hope are closely connected in My kingdom. So I urge you to hold on to your courage and your hope. They are more precious than gold!
- Jesus
(Jesus Today / Sarah Young)
Scripture Insight: Psalm 31:24; Romans 8:15-17; 1 Timothy 1:17 and
Hebrews 3:6
Thursday, October 23, 2014
Be Self-Controlled - Putting On Faith And ...
BE SELF-CONTROLLED - PUTTING ON FAITH AND love as a breastplate, and the hope of salvation as a helmet. Self-control definitely involves struggle as you exert your will to abstain from ungodly behavior. Nonetheless, there is abundant help available to you in this battle. My Spirit, who lives within you, is your Helper. And the fruit of the Spirit is love ... self-control.
A breastplate is designed to protect your heart and other vital organs when you are in battle. Faith and love combine to make an exceptionally effective breastplate. Your faith in Me, your Savior, enables you to trust in My righteousness, which is yours now and always. Love is the essence of My redeeming relationship with you. The hope of salvation makes a wonderful helmet because it protects your mind and reminds you that you belong to Me forever.
Faith, hope and love all work together to shield you as you journey through this world. They also keep you close to Me.
- Jesus
(Jesus Today / Sarah Young)
Scripture Insight: 1 Thessalonians 5:8; Galatians 5:22-23; Ephesians 6:14-15 and 1 Corinthians 13:13
A breastplate is designed to protect your heart and other vital organs when you are in battle. Faith and love combine to make an exceptionally effective breastplate. Your faith in Me, your Savior, enables you to trust in My righteousness, which is yours now and always. Love is the essence of My redeeming relationship with you. The hope of salvation makes a wonderful helmet because it protects your mind and reminds you that you belong to Me forever.
Faith, hope and love all work together to shield you as you journey through this world. They also keep you close to Me.
- Jesus
(Jesus Today / Sarah Young)
Scripture Insight: 1 Thessalonians 5:8; Galatians 5:22-23; Ephesians 6:14-15 and 1 Corinthians 13:13
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