02/14/18 GREAT IS THE LORD
I realize that in me, that is, in my inherent and independent self, there is nothing good.
I realize that I was lost and without hope until Jesus sought me, God called me and the Holy Spirit enabled me..
I realize that God initiated reconciliation because of His great love.
I realize that there is no salvation without the will, the love, the mercy, the grace and the sacrifice of God.
HOWEVER...
In Christ I can be and do that which God wants me to be and do.
I can do that which is beyond my wildest imaginings and loftiest dreams.
Because in Him I am a new creation.
Because in Him I am more than a conqueror.
Because in Him I can keep His commandments and do that which is well pleasing in His sight.
Not only does He give me victory over sin and the world, He makes me excel far beyond my own capabilities.
Others may not see or be impressed with me and my life, but I know who and what I am without Him and I stand amazed because of what Jesus is doing in me.
He has seen me through the valley of the shadow of death.
He has calmed the raging seas that threatened my well being.
He has fed me when there was no food.
He has never left me nor forsaken me.
He has forgiven, cleansed, regenerated me.
He has reclaimed, restored, renewed, refreshed me
He has blessed me and even used me in His service.
Great is the Lord and greatly to be praise.
