Humans can usually make a great start on some goal.
Unfortunately they will then come to some problem that stops the work. These
difficulties can be varied including money, time, planning, and materials among
others. Sometimes people are blocked by mental or physical problems. The point
is that people are constantly failing however our God has never known a
failure. It only makes sense for people to depend on God’s help.
Jesus
himself taught people this truth: If ye
continue in my Word, then are
ye my disciples indeed; John 8:31 (KJV). Every person who dedicates their
life to the Lord must learn that God expects them to remain with Him forever.
The Spirit is continually encouraging us because people have a difficult time
finishing what they start. Being a part of God’s family is also a factor that
helps us maintain our dedication.
Our sinful nature is the root problem. Thankfully the
continuing Word of God has the power to change our nature and eventually lead
us into a perfect life. The Bible says: And this Word continues to work in
you who believe. 1 Thess 2:13 (NLT). Christians are on a journey from their
sinful position in life to the most wonderful life ever possible. God’s word has the power and it will
not stop until it is completed.
Many times
a poor person has an extra motive to depend on God. Hunger and hardship is
something that can motivate extra dependence and devotion. Paul tells us about some
poor woman: …A widow indeed, and desolate,
trusteth in God, and continueth in supplications and prayers night and day. 1
Tim 5:5 (KJV). Anything that pushes us into trusting the Lord can become
our friend. It is great to rely on Him.
One of the
responsibilities we have as a member of God’s family is protecting the purity
of our faith. There are people who will spread bad interpretations of the
Gospel. Christians must stand-up against these human ideas. The Bible says: I find that I must write about something
else, urging you to defend the faith that God has entrusted once for all time
to his holy people. Jude 1:3 (NLT). No one should pervert the truth about
Jesus.
The new
covenant is written in our heart. But many people today want to write down the
law and make people follow their “wisdom”. This is the reason we have so many
different denominations. In order to continue in the truth of the Word we must
allow the Spirit of truth to lead us. This will happen when we read God’s word
and pray every day. If we fail to do this our own thinking will quickly lead us
astray. May we continue with our Savior.
