In reading Paul’s letters in the New Testament, did you ever notice how many times he uses the words: abounding, abundant, abound, abundance, sufficient? It sounds like the normal Christian life should be really awesome, right? Let’s see what I found this week. First of all the definition of abounding – great quantities, well supplied, filled, rich. Abounding in hope – Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound…
Because my parents either sent me or took me to church I learned that I needed an advocate. It was explained I was not acceptable to God and was in need of a savior. At the end of my life, I would stand before the judgment seat of God and would not be accepted just because I tried to be a good girl. I could never be good enough. I needed more than I could find in myself. Everyone Needs…
Jesus promised His followers an abundant life with success every day. Does that sound like a dream, unrealistic? Do you say, “But you don’t know my life? You don’t know how I feel, what I deal with day in and day out.” Maybe you have a really boring job, like a road crew flagger. Is your life one of a caregiver to a disabled relative? Could homeschooling a few children be your day in and day out life? Maybe…
Joy is the desire of Jesus for each of His followers. It is to be a life abounding in joy. Absolutely full to the brim. John 15:11 These things I have spoken to you, that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be full. What has your Christian walk been like? Full of joy? That is what Jesus wanted for each of His followers, His family members. We sing the “joy of the Lord is my…
