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A Burnining Spirit

Published on June 15, 2015June 12, 2015 by kristen from praywritegrow.com2 Comments

How to Act Like a True Christian – Digging Deep Into Romans 12:9-21

“Never lag in zeal and in earnest endeavor;
be aglow and burning with the Spirit, serving the Lord.”
Romans 12:11 (Amplified)

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today. Remember to read the entire passage.
Romans 12:11

Romans 12:11 tells us exactly how we should serve the Lord. Write it down.
What does service with a glowing & burning Spirit look like to you?
You have been baptized with the Holy Spirit and fire (Luke 3:17) Are you serving that way?
This isn’t about serving because you should, or serving because it looks good, or serving with a no effort because you signed up. NO! Why do we serve (Matthew 5:16)?
When you serve with enthusiasm and love you bring God glory. Service doesn’t necessarily mean heading to the soup kitchen (though this is a wonderful act of service). You can serve the Lord many ways (Colossians 3:23) – write down some ways you serve the Lord in your everyday life.
This verse really reflects on our attitude of service… it reminds me of the Third Day song, “Soul on Fire” . Write down your reaction.

When we choose to enthusiastically serve the Lord we an bring glory to God and shine the light and love of Jesus in this dark world! Lord may you give each of us a soul on fire for you! Praying for you!

Rest

Published on June 14, 2015June 12, 2015 by kristen from praywritegrow.com2 Comments

“So then, there remains a Sabbath rest for the people of God,
for whoever has entered God’s rest has also rested from his works as God did from his.
Let us therefore strive to enter that rest,so that no one may fall by the same sort of disobedience.”
Hebrews 4:9-11 ESV

True Wisdom

Published on June 13, 2015June 12, 2015 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today. Remember to read the entire passage

Proverbs 16:25

“There is a way that seems right to a man,
but its end is the way to death.”
Proverbs 16:25

Man’s way or God’s way… we each get to choose!

I will be praying for you!

No… I Love You More

Published on June 12, 2015June 11, 2015 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

How to Act Like a True Christian – Digging Deep Into Romans 12:9-21

“Outdo one another in showing honor.”
Romans 12:10b

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today. Remember to read the entire passage.
Philippians 2:1-11

Romans 12:10b is the opposite of what our culture encourages. It is not all about ME ME ME. Instead, who is our example (Philippians 2:1-11)?
What does Philippians 2:3 tell us about how we should think about others?
Do you think this only applies to our friends and family (see Matthew 5:44)?
It’s sometimes difficult to be nice or even to pray for someone we do not like. But, Genesis 1:27 has a great reminder. Write it down.
Now, insert the name of a person into verse 1:27. Then, write down a prayer for them.
Christ is our example. No matter how broken or sinful the person, he took time to stop, encourage, & love those he came in contact with. Ask Him who you need to be showing more honor, then ask Him to change your heart and equip you with His love.

This life really is all about Jesus. When we seek to emulate His sacrificial love, we teach others who He is. Go…Outdo yourself today! Praying for you…

Wear your Love

Published on June 11, 2015June 10, 2015 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

How to Act Like a True Christian – Digging Deep Into Romans 12:9-21

“”Love one another with brotherly affection.”
Romans 12:10

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today. Remember to read the entire passage.
Colossians 3:12-14

How are we called to clothe ourselves?
What binds together all of the characteristics?
Can others see that you are wearing the special garments that God has chosen for you?
Ask Him now to completely clothe and equip you to love the way He has called us to love.

“Love one another as I have loved you.” John 13:34
Put on the garments the Lord has provided and love with His love! Praying for you…

Hold on & Don’t Let Go

Published on June 10, 2015June 9, 2015 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

How to Act Like a True Christian – Digging Deep Into Romans 12:9-21

“Hold fast to what is good.”
Romans 12:9c

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today. Remember to read the entire passage.

“Hold fast to what is good.”
Romans 12:9c ESV

“Hold tightly to what is good.”
Romans 12:9c NLT

“Cling to what is good.”
Romans 12:9c NIV

“Cleave to that which is good.”
Romans 12:9c KJV

“Hold on for dear life to good.”
Romans 12:9c The Message

Reflecting on each of these different translations there is no doubt what we are called to do. Restate it in your words.
So… the question is… What is good?

God is good!
“For the Lord is good; his steadfast love endures forever, and his faithfulness to all generations.” Psalm 100:5

So… how do we cling, cleave, hold on for dear life to our Lord our God? Read Deuteronomy 6:4-9
When we do what is the result? James 4:8
It is not just us reaching out for Him, but it is our loving God who reaches out to us. Write a reaction.
In clinging to God, we also reject what opposes Him. Is there anything that has crept into your life that is preventing you from holding fast to what is good? Confess it now.
By the blood of Jesus Christ you are forgiven. Now what can you do in your life today to cling a little more closely to the Lord? Read your Bible, Listen to Christian Music, Read a Christian Book, Pray with a friend… ask the Lord to direct you. Then start today!

He is faithful… He sent Jesus to redeem us so that we can have a relationship with Him. Don’t take it for granted… “hold on for dear life.”

Just Reject It

Published on June 9, 2015June 8, 2015 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

How to Act Like a True Christian – Digging Deep Into Romans 12:9-21

“Abhor what is evil.”
Romans 12:9b

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today. Remember to read the entire passage.

“For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.”
Ephesians 6:12

When did evil make it’s first appearance (see Genesis 3. Especially 3:21-24)?
Who initiated it’s entrance?
Ephesians 6:12 reflects on exactly that. Rejecting evil is rejecting who?
Ephesians 6 goes on to remind us how to combat this spiritual darkness. What are the pieces of armor.
Romans 1:18-32 gives us a glimpse of evil in our world. Yet…we are told instead how to live our lives (1 Peter 1:14)?
We can live transformed lives through the blood of Jesus. He allows us to overcome evil by the power of the cross. I try to use Philippians 4:8 as a benchmark in regards to what I watch, listen to, say. Write down the things we are called to think about.

We are called to take every thought captive and make it obedient to Christ. May Jesus guide and protect you as you seek to reject evil and follow the way of the truth! Praying for you…

True Love

Published on June 8, 2015June 5, 2015 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

Digging Deep Into Romans 12:9-21

“Let love be genuine.”
Romans 12:9a

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today. Remember to read the entire passage.

“Having purified your souls by your obedience to the truth for a sincere brotherly love,
love one another earnestly from a pure heart, since you have been born again,
not of perishable seed but of imperishable, through the living and abiding word of God”
1 Peter 1:22-23

What is Truth (to find out what Jesus said look up John 8:31, John 14:6, John 18:37) ?
How do we purify our soul (see 1 John 3:3)?
What is the result of our transformed life… our souls have become pure through Christ for a reason. What is it?
Who are we to love (see John 15:12)?
How are we to love?
The definition of “earnest” is – showing a sincere & intense conviction. Rewrite 1 Peter 3:22b inserting that definition in place of the word earnest. Love one another…
Still, earnest love will mean nothing unless we have what heart condition?
What does the word pure mean to you?
This pure, earnest love pours out of us as a result of what?
Respond… is there anything you need to change? What does “Genuine Love” look like to you?

He has poured out Himself for you! Jesus is the Way the Truth & the Life. You have been eternally transformed by Christ.
– SO –
Love with a heart made new by the Spirit that lives within you!

I’m Back

Published on June 5, 2015June 5, 2015 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

It’s been a long time. The Lord took me on a beautiful journey on a different path of service to Him. But, He has directed me back to this one. Next week I will begin blogging again. Pray for me. That I will honor our Precious Savior Jesus in all I write and share.

Get Ready…We’ll be digging Deep into Romans 12:9-21

He is worthy!

Published on August 25, 2014 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today. Remember to read the entire passage

Revelation 5:13

“And I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and in the sea, and all that is in them, saying,

‘To him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb
be blessing and honor and glory and might forever and ever!’”
Revelation 5:13

Who is pictured here worshiping God and the Lamb (see also Romans 8:19)?
What strikes you about this kind of woship and who is seeking the Lord?
This includes you! You are part of God’s creation…write the words of praise spoken in this passage in Revelation.
Now write you own praise to the Lord of Lords & the Lamb that has taken away the sins of the world!

Praise Him! I will be praying for you!