SPIRITUALLY LEARNING

My dear children, I am writing this to you so that you will not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate who pleads our case before the Father He is Jesus Christ, the one who is truly righteous. 1 John 2:1 NLT 

What is the alternative to being united with Christ? It is despair and utter discouragement at all turns. However, by accepting Jesus Christ, we trade in our inadequacy for His adequacy and are born again. We have the opportunity to start over with a clean slate. And as God’s spiritual offspring, He teaches us how to be victorious in every aspect of life.

Of course, the fact that the Lord calls us His children indicates that He knows we have a lot to learn and in the process of grow ing in our knowledge of Him and His ways, we are going to fall occasionally.

But, friend, take heart. The Father understands that you are not going to be a perfect Christian. You will falter and fail, but He will not forsake or abandon you. His grace is sufficient for you—each and every day!

Lord Jesus, thank You for being such a wise and patient Teacher and for forgiving my sin. Truly, you deserve my praise, amen. 

In His presence… accept His grace and learn His ways.

Stanley, Dr. Charles F.. Every Day in His Presence (p. 179).