"Through Him, we have also obtained access by faith into this grace in which we stand,” Romans 5:2 (ESV). In my work, I have been “waved through” many times into amazing places. I always feel privileged when I am and am very grateful for each experience. But these are merely human spaces. No privilege in this life rises to the greatness we each obtain as believers in Our Redeemer King; we have access to His grace! The heavenly hosts wave us through with no restrictions as God welcomes us into His Holy Presence as family. There, none of the shackles of sin may pass, there, every chain of darkness is broken, there, we are clothed in righteousness! Hebrews 4:16 proclaims: “Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need. O LORD MY GOD, Your Mercy endures forever!
A serious pursuit of godliness requires an equally serious renunciation of worldliness. Too often, we measure spirituality with false scales. While being wisely selective with our public vices we are less so with our private attitudes and perspectives. In reality, it is the thoughts and intents of the heart where the greatest battles must be waged; our actions will ultimately align with the condition of our hearts. Lord God, You know me inside out, You are not fooled by human facades. Plow my heart with Your Word and Spirit and leave nothing unturned. Refresh my inward man that I may outwardly glorify You in all places at all times.
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