Look
Up, Look In, and Look Out!
In
Isaiah 61: 1 the Lord says,
"…He has sent Me (Jesus) to heal the
brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the
prison to those who are bound."
In
that Spirit, I pray you receive the fresh power of God that enables you,
restores you, cleanses you, invigorates you, and causes you to rejoice in Him
with exceeding gladness! It's a wonderful thing to serve a God who knows our
personal pain and frustrations, and He's determined to minister healing to us
if we will ask and receive it.
Are
you feeling defeated? Are you feeling like the bar of holiness is too high and
you'll never reach it? Do you feel God is sick of hearing you prayers because
you've fallen short so many times? Do you feel like everyone else is moving on
with God, while you're stuck in the muck and mire? If so, I have a few
instructions for you.
First,
look
up! Remember
the God who made the heavens and all that's within cares more about you than
anything else he ever created. After all He didn't send His Son to die for the
heavens, but for you! Cast your cares upon Him - literally throw
them
to Him. He knows just what you should do, and He will show you how to do
it.
Next, look in! The Spirit of God
lives in you, because you have been born again. Since He lives in you and you
obey His voice, He will lead you into all righteousness. Clarity, victory, and righteousness
enter at the precise instant we obey God's Word. Simply do all He says to you
without hesitation. Return to the place you disobeyed Him, confess and repent,
and your peace will come rushing in like a river.
Finally, look out! When Jesus, the King of Glory comes in, He brings with
Him a tremendous bounty of blessings, good and perfect gifts, and precious
experiences. Do you have room enough in your storehouse of faith to receive all
He wants to give you? If you don't, let the glorious light of the Holy Spirit
chase the darkness, and make room in your heart for Him. The scriptures teach
there is fullness of joy in
His presence. Seek Him, and you will surely find Him.
And remember, God knows
exactly what you need. He's always on time, and the time for you to look up, look in and look out is now!!
Love,
Your friend and pastor,
Eric
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