"Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will award to me on that day - and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for His appearing."
2 Timothy 4:8
Paul is letting us know he is ready to meet the Lord and what his reward will be, a Crown of Righteousness. What is wonderful to me is he lets us know if we have Jesus on the throne of our lives we will also receive the same. Have you longed for His appearing?? Thank you Lord!
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Monday, January 24, 2011
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Growing Yourself for the Lord - Avoid people who drag you down spiritually!
"Do not be mislead: 'Bad company corrupts good character."'
I Corinthians 15:3
Reaching out to and witnessing to others is the Great Commission. There is however a fine line between that and allowing yourself to be associated with those of questionable character. This type of situation is evident in not only friendships but also family relationships. Choose wisely with whom you spend your time and how close you allow the relationship to progress. Ask God to give you wisdom in this area, to know when and how to let it develop. If you notice others backing off from you, you might ask yourself what kind of company am I, bad or good company!! Do I have a positive outlook or is the glass always half empty and my comments not positive or uplifting. Let others KNOW your relationship to God through you actions and reactions. That does not include being judgemental, but knowing what a still heart can feel like and mean.
Leave a comment on what God has placed on your heart about this verse.
I Corinthians 15:3
Reaching out to and witnessing to others is the Great Commission. There is however a fine line between that and allowing yourself to be associated with those of questionable character. This type of situation is evident in not only friendships but also family relationships. Choose wisely with whom you spend your time and how close you allow the relationship to progress. Ask God to give you wisdom in this area, to know when and how to let it develop. If you notice others backing off from you, you might ask yourself what kind of company am I, bad or good company!! Do I have a positive outlook or is the glass always half empty and my comments not positive or uplifting. Let others KNOW your relationship to God through you actions and reactions. That does not include being judgemental, but knowing what a still heart can feel like and mean.
Leave a comment on what God has placed on your heart about this verse.
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