Be Purposeful | Family ~ Heavenly Heritage Romans 8:16-17 “... The Spirit himself testifies with our spirit that we are God’s children. Now if we are children, then we are heirs—heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ,...” I wanted to focus more today on us as children of God. When we focus on the original purpose of ‘family,’ we will be transformed and our earthly family becomes more attentive to us. Based upon this verse, we are elevated into the position of co-heir with the Messiah; fellow-heir with Christ – joint-heir with Jesus; sharing God’s immeasurably rich inheritance with Him. As children of God, we are His heirs. Much like an earthly father leaves his children an inheritance, our heavenly Father bestows upon us an inheritance as well. But there is one major condition… we must be His child. We must be born again into His family, and pick up our cross to follow Him no matter what the cost. So what does it really mean that we are joint-heirs with Christ? It means that we share in His life example. We surrender our hearts to Him in all things, and we allow the Holy Spirit to lead and guide our lives. PLAN BE. As family, as an heir, we are born for this purpose...to be a blessing. As God’s children, "adopted" into His family, we have been assured an inheritance from our Heavenly Father. "Now if we are children, then we are heirs—heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ," Romans 8:17. This heavenly heritage is God’s purpose and will for us. We receive the promise of our inheritance by hearing the word of truth and believing in Christ. When we understand and value the glory that awaits us, we are better able to endure whatever comes our way in this life. We can give God praise even during trials because we have His guarantee that we will receive all He has promised: "For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all" 2 Corinthians 4:17. Prayer: Dear Lord, it’s amazing to me they my inheritance comes to me strictly by saying ‘Yes’ to Jesus Christ. Being heirs of God is one part of my inheritance, but being a joint-heirs with Christ is yet another. What an awesome thought that I have received an inheritance together with Jesus Christ! How humbling these thoughts are. How grateful I am. As an heir, I do not have to work to earn my inheritance. Help me to remember this always, and that the purpose of being a co-heir WITH Christ, my brother, is to be a blessing to others. To Be like Christ. Help me remain mindful, purposeful, grateful and honored as part of your Amazing Heritage, Amen. Cheers to your PLAN BE, Sandi References: Alyssa J Howard Living by the LIght of the King | allyssajhoward.com
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BE Purposeful ~ According to His purpose.
Romans 8:28-31 "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to His purpose... If God is for us, who can be against us?" What on Earth am I here for!? Haven't we all asked that question? The Purpose Driven Life is a bible study book written by Christian pastor Rick Warren and published in 2002. The book offers readers a 40-day personal spiritual journey and presents what Warren says are God's five purposes for human life on Earth: Purpose #1: You Were Planned for God's Pleasure (Christian Worship) Purpose #2: You Were Formed for God's Family (Christian Church) Purpose #3: You Were Created to Become Like Christ (Discipleship) Purpose #4: You Were Shaped for Serving God (Christian Ministry) Purpose #5: You Were Made for a Mission (Christian mission) The Purpose Driven Life was on the New York Times Bestseller List for over 90 weeks. It sold over 18 million copies by 2008,and 32 million copies within its first decade, 2012. According to both the author and publisher Simon & Schuster, 50 million copies had been sold in more than 85 languages by 2020. Incredible, right? Not really... because the remainder of the chapter goes on to explain how the quest for personal fulfillment, satisfaction, and meaning can only be found in understanding and DOING what God placed you on Earth to do. Just a week ago we celebrated Dr. Martin Luther King, Jrs. life and honored his death. Even though we may think his time was cut short here on the Earth, God has His plan. I believe Dr. King fulfilled God’s purpose for his time… based upon his quote below: “Use me God. Show me how to take who I am, who I want to be, and what I can do, and use if for a purpose greater than myself.” -Martin Luther King, Jr. Christie and I have been stirring about this Plan Be | Be Designed To Be Ministry for many years! We believe that the truths of Scripture will transform your life when you make the time to understand them and then implement (DOING) them each day. Living in the confidence of God’s promises, the fruit of the spirit, developing a real relationship with Jesus - - -this is how you find your purpose and change the lives of those around you! Don't just understand Your Plan BE, DO your Plan BE!! Do you think Rick Warren had any idea his book would reach so many people around the Earth and transform their lives?! Did Martin Luther King, Jr. know then the impact his life and passion would make, probably forever? Don’t underestimate how God can use you! Be Purposeful…Pray each day this week for God to fill you with His Spirit and embrace the purpose He has for you on Earth. PRAYER: Heavenly Father, Powerful Jesus: “Use me. Show me how to take who I am, who I want to be, and what I can do, and use if for a purpose greater than myself.” Amen In His Mighty Purpose for you, Sandi |
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