Spiritual Checkup

“But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To Him be the glory both now and forever. Amen.” 2 Peter 3:18 NKJV


Have you taken the time lately to analyze your relationship with Jesus? Whether or not you have, there is no time like the present to get alone with the Lord and your Bible, prayerfully reading the Scriptures to examine yourself. We have the wonderful privilege of a personal relationship with the Creator of the universe, thanks to Jesus Christ and His gift of salvation at the cross.

On a scale of 1-10, how important is that relationship—one being not important at all, ten being the most important relationship in your life? We have promise upon promise to hold on to, with words of encouragement for the darkest of days. Joy and peace {just to name two} are gifts waiting for us; ready to be opened.

It amazes me how we can become so absorbed in family, life, church work, volunteering, our jobs and hobbies leaving our relationship with Him until last. Our focus can be shifted so He comes first then the rest comes after. The better we know Him, the more trust and faith we will have in Him.

Bad things sometimes happen in our lives and we want someone to blame. Sometimes we blame God. Yet, when bad things do happen, we are given an opportunity to ask God what He wants us to learn from that particular trial. Growth is never easy. Just ask a teenage whose legs are aching from the growth in their bones. We have a Savior who is with us always and who loves us with a love that is greater than we can begin to understand. That is the hope we have in Him.

Isn’t it exciting to know He cares? He loves you beyond your wildest dreams dear one. Let the truth of the Scripture soak into your soul and may you grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Let's pray together,
Heavenly Father, thank you Lord, for Your amazing grace that meets us fresh and new each and every morning. May we not take it for granted, not even for one minute. Lord, speak to us through the powerful Words of the Bible. We long to know You more. Help us to know You better and to trust You more. In Jesus’ name, Amen.