JESUS SPIRIT RESIDES IN OUR HEARTS

2 Corinthians 4:1 Therefore, since through God’s mercy we have this ministry, we do not lose heart. 2 Rather, we have renounced secret and shameful ways; we do not use deception, nor do we distort the word of God. On the contrary, by setting forth the truth plainly we commend ourselves to everyone’s conscience in the sight of God. 3 And even if our gospel is veiled, it is veiled to those who are perishing. 4 The god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel that displays the glory of Christ, who is the image of God. 5 For what we preach is not ourselves, but Jesus Christ as Lord, and ourselves as your servants for Jesus’ sake. 6 For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made his light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of God’s glory displayed in the face of Christ.

Jesus is the center of our grace and our faith.  God sent His only Son to live as a servant to mankind; to help us see the light and turn away from our sinful ways, which will lead to death.  But, what's more amazing, is Jesus decided to stay with us after we crucified Him; so He could give us correction, guidance, peace, and love, and where did He take up residence, in our hearts.  When we study the Word daily, prayer without ceasing, worship and praise our Lord and Savior; He began to fill our hearts with His Spirit, all the worldly things and desires are replaced.

Father, Satan’s lie in the Garden of Eden that we should live independently rather than dependent on God, is the reason we were separated from You.  Thank You that You sent Your only Son to correct and teach us how to be restored to You.  Lord, we can do nothing on our own initiative, this is why we have come back to You; give us Your wisdom and knowledge, so we become more Christ-like.  Father, help us get rid of dead work, work which is with self rather than with You.  Lord, help us understand that once our fellowship with the Father is restored all our sins will be forgiven.  Lord, let us be inward changed men and women that You can use as Your vessels to server Your purpose; so Your light will shine for others to see, in Jesus name, Amen