"So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them." Genesis 1:27
Hello Friends! I’m currently working on my next series based on the book of Ecclesiastes. The idea was born of my word of the year, Enjoy. Enjoying every moment by seeking the Lord in every circumstance, whether good times or times of trial.
In the meantime, I’ve joined a church Bible study group which will focus on the names of God. And as usual, the Lord is intertwining all my various times of study and prayer. The first name we looked at was Elohim, God the Creator of all things seen and unseen. In my longtime Bible study group we are digging deep into how our sins block spiritual revival. And lastly, in my devotional I’m learning how to grow in wisdom. Putting all these together I was struck with the concept that I need to remember who I belong to, who I was created by, and what my purpose is here on this earth. When I confess that I’m not in charge, God is, and when I remember that I was created in the image of God to do His will and give Him all glory, honor and power, it opens me up to spiritual revival.
Friend, you are a beloved son or daughter of God. You were created by Him through your earthly family. And even if that family has failed you we need to remember we are loved so immensely. None of us were created to go about our lives willy nilly placing our hopes and dreams in the idols of this world. When we realize that our sole purpose is to honor God the Creator, God the Sovereign Lord, we re-align our minds and hearts with the Holy Spirit.
I want to encourage you to sit in prayer during the next few days and ask God to reveal any roadblocks you have put up for receiving and surrendering to Him fully. Ask Him to help you remember who you belong to. Ask Him for a revival in your heart. Ask Him to make His will be done in your life.
“Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened." Matthew 7:7-8
One of the women in my church study group is a poet. She shared her amazing poem yesterday about being His beloved children. She gave me permission to share it with all of you. Enjoy.
Treasures of God’s Heart
By Jill Becker
I know I’m Your child, Lord, but what does that mean?
What treasures await me that I have not seen?
Many You’ve shown me, so many I know,
Others I let slip from my thoughts long ago.
You tell me of great things that You want to do,
Yet at times I take paths that I’ve chosen, not You.
Lord, since I am but clay, and You’re the wise Potter,
How could it be that You made me Your daughter?
You could have formed me into what I deserve:
A warped and cracked pot not even worthy to serve.
But You set me before You, Your grace made me able,
To be part of Your family and feast at Your table.
You sent for me Jesus, my Savior and Brother,
Who demonstrated love for mankind like no other.
He gave us His life, all that was heavens to give,
Then He sent forth His Spirit, so within me He lives.
Great riches He left me, those fit for a Royal,
No longer a pauper left to struggle and toil.
Amazing to me is what You’ve given beyond measure,
And more awesome than all is that I bring You pleasure.
You tell me I’m precious, the love of Your life,
A jewel set in this dark world to sparkle with your Light.
Lord, I know all that’s needed is mine for the taking,
To care for this beloved child of your making.
So, I’ll open the treasure chest to see what’s inside,
It is filled with God’s Word so I’ll grow and abide.
There are gems of Your mercy, Your faithfulness and more,
My heart and my mind can’t contain what’s in store.
For when I asked what it means to be a Daughter of the King,
My Father answered in one word, “O child, EVERYTHING!”
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