I had a small window of study time for my group studies last night. Looking forward to taking a break today and getting back into it. We are doing a study on the Holy Spirit the forgotten God. It is important that we realize who the Holy Spirit is. He is God. He was always present (Even in the creation of all things). My point again is not to get theological, but to tell you that this same God wants to come live in side your heart. He wants a personal relationship with you. What a gift!!!! Now what does it take to receive this precious gift? Faith......
I believe faith is given then developed. God gives us faith. Faith in the sight of a carnal world is not understood. Your friends that don't operate in faith will not understand some things you do and go through. I'm thankful for friends that not only understand but are walking by faith through tough times along side of me. It is only by grace that we are able to walk by faith and overcome. God is so amazing!!!!! So what is your next step? My friends are praying for me, because I honestly don't know what God is preparing me for. I just know and trust Him completely. Keep walking in the spirit by faith in God........
8 By faith Abraham, when he was called, obeyed by going out to a place which he was to receive for an inheritance ; and he went out, not knowing where he was going. 9 By faith he lived as an alien in the land of promise, as in a foreign land, dwelling in tents with Isaac and Jacob, fellow heirs of the same promise ; 10 for he was looking for the city which has foundations, whose architect and builder is God.
Abraham is one of the people in the Old Testament who have had a great impact on my spiritual walk. In his life, I see the necessity of living by faith.
Separation is oftentimes a part of our development as Christians. Before we can take on something new, the Lord may ask us to let go of something we already have.
In Genesis 12:1-3, God told Abraham he was going on a journey that would require leaving his country, his people, and his father's household. Obedience meant saying goodbye to relationships and things dear to him. The only family that traveled with him were his wife and nephew; the life he knew in his homeland was left behind. But this godly man did not hesitate. His strong faith enabled him to say yes.
Moving ahead in the midst of uncertainty can be another aspect of following the Lord. Abraham was told to travel without knowing his destination. Try to imagine explaining to friends that you're moving away but have no idea where you are going. This lack of detail did not stop Abraham. Unwavering trust in his heavenly Father enabled him to answer the divine call wholeheartedly—even though specific details were lacking. Abraham was spiritually ready to answer affirmatively when God called.
Following God requires living by faith, which means: trusting the Holy Spirit to guide us (John 16:13) when we don't see how all the pieces fit together; believing that God always works for our good (Rom. 8:28) and His glory; and desiring to please our Father. Will you be ready when He calls?
I believe faith is given then developed. God gives us faith. Faith in the sight of a carnal world is not understood. Your friends that don't operate in faith will not understand some things you do and go through. I'm thankful for friends that not only understand but are walking by faith through tough times along side of me. It is only by grace that we are able to walk by faith and overcome. God is so amazing!!!!! So what is your next step? My friends are praying for me, because I honestly don't know what God is preparing me for. I just know and trust Him completely. Keep walking in the spirit by faith in God........
8 By faith Abraham, when he was called, obeyed by going out to a place which he was to receive for an inheritance ; and he went out, not knowing where he was going. 9 By faith he lived as an alien in the land of promise, as in a foreign land, dwelling in tents with Isaac and Jacob, fellow heirs of the same promise ; 10 for he was looking for the city which has foundations, whose architect and builder is God.
Abraham is one of the people in the Old Testament who have had a great impact on my spiritual walk. In his life, I see the necessity of living by faith.
Separation is oftentimes a part of our development as Christians. Before we can take on something new, the Lord may ask us to let go of something we already have.
In Genesis 12:1-3, God told Abraham he was going on a journey that would require leaving his country, his people, and his father's household. Obedience meant saying goodbye to relationships and things dear to him. The only family that traveled with him were his wife and nephew; the life he knew in his homeland was left behind. But this godly man did not hesitate. His strong faith enabled him to say yes.
Moving ahead in the midst of uncertainty can be another aspect of following the Lord. Abraham was told to travel without knowing his destination. Try to imagine explaining to friends that you're moving away but have no idea where you are going. This lack of detail did not stop Abraham. Unwavering trust in his heavenly Father enabled him to answer the divine call wholeheartedly—even though specific details were lacking. Abraham was spiritually ready to answer affirmatively when God called.
Following God requires living by faith, which means: trusting the Holy Spirit to guide us (John 16:13) when we don't see how all the pieces fit together; believing that God always works for our good (Rom. 8:28) and His glory; and desiring to please our Father. Will you be ready when He calls?
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