Devotion

 “Who and, or,  what has my allegiance and devotion?”   God's word is designed -- by God -- to make a difference in the way we think and live.

“God is faithful (reliable, trustworthy, and ever true to his promise, and he can be depended on)” 1 Corinthians 1:9 (Amplified)

Our ability to serve the Lord is directly related to our trust and commitment of God’s values and priorities.  But single-minded devotion is also an evidence of maturity and insight to what is truly meaningful and has eternal consequences in our lives.  So, then,  Commitment,  or, total devotion to Jesus is the evidence of our maturing faith.  (2 Cor. 4:16-18; Matt. 6:19-21, 30-34; 1 Pet. 1:17-18).

Being intensely devoted to Jesus -- creates intense desire for His word.  Acts 2:42 (NIV) says..."They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer."

Being intensely devoted to Jesus grounds our faith.  Romans 10:17 (NIV), "Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word about Christ."

We can be comforted when we face sorrow and pain (Psalm 22:24, 56.8, Psalms 119:48-52 ) It is in the truth of who Jesus is and what he promises that we have comfort.  We can be courageous when we face giants in our lives! (1 Samuel 17:45)

Devotion to the Lord gives us stability and strength to face life.  As Christians, living our lives begins with a solid foundation of faith that comes from  hearing, taking in and obeying God’s word. The more you read God’s Word the more you see the unfailing love of God.  The more you read, the more you see the justice and judgment of God.  The more....You see His providing and protecting. 

 Romans 8:29 tells us that the purpose of God’s goodness revealed in Jesus and through the Word -- is that we would be transformed into the image of Jesus. 

More than just cute quotes, Facebook faith and Bible stories - HIS word is meant for  transformation!! 

Through devotion we are called by Jesus Christ to let our light shine so that others may see our good works and glorify God.  We are called to be lamps shinning for God’s glory.  Lamps do not talk they shine.  The way we act, and react, to each other reveals the reality of who Jesus is -- in us.  We should ask ourselves does my life reveal the character of Jesus, and my devotion to Him? 

Am I forgiving, patient, kind, good, gentle, self-disciplined and loving.  Devotion to Jesus brings clean and clear conduct. Ephesians 2:10 says....(NCV)

10 God has made us what we are. In Christ Jesus, God made us to do good works, which God planned in advance for us to live our lives doing. 

It takes time to develop personal spiritual disciplines—Bible study, praying, fasting, reflecting, worshiping.  It takes time to advance the kingdom of God.  But  our commitments of time are a good measure of our devotion to Christ.

I know, you know...I'm just sayin'.

See Ya'

- Kelly