"For the kingdom of God is not eating and drinking, but righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit." Romans 14:17
Those who love this world do not believe in the existence of God or in His Kingdom. For that reason, they waste their lives away drinking and eating and sleeping around, just like in the days before the great flood.
On the other hand, those who follow Jesus are pleased to live by the righteousness of faith, enjoying the peace that comes from faith and the joy of the Holy Spirit.
"Behold, I send the Promise of My Father upon you; but tarry in the city until you are endued with power from on high" Luke 24:49
Only those who believe will receive this power. Those who believe ask, seek, knock, strive, fight, that is, they are willing to sacrifice all worldly desires. Everyone is entitled to receive blessings. However, the Blessing of all blessings is reserved only for those who make a difference through acts of living faith.
"As the new wine is found in the cluster, and one says, 'Do not destroy it, for a blessing is in it,' so will I do for My servants' sake, that I may not destroy them all."Isaiah 65:8
Those who were called by God and for some reason fell away from the faith, but kept a humble heart and righteous character, God keeps them safe.
"From that time Jesus began to preach and to say, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand." Matthew 4:17
Repentance is not a feeling of regret or remorse. It is an act that requires courage and determination, which are key elements for conquering the Kingdom of Heaven.
"He teaches my hands to make war, so that my arms can bend a bow of bronze." Psalm 18:34
The Spirit of God enables us to win every battle. And whatever our hands touch will have a positive outcome. With Him, victory is guaranteed.
"Behold, the Lord's hand is not shortened, that it cannot save; nor His ear heavy, that it cannot hear." Isaiah 59:1
If God's hand is not shortened, what else is lacking for you to get out of that bottomless pit? If His ear is not heavy, what else is lacking for you to be heard?
Try this: Stop putting all your hope in others, find yourself a private place, surrender yourself unconditionally to Him with all of your strength and wait...
The answer will be immediate.
"He will not allow your foot to be moved; He who keeps you will not slumber." Psalm 121:3
God's Divine promises are beautiful, inspiring and wonderful. But if you don't have a serious commitment with their Author, will they be worth anything? This is why we need the Holy Spirit. He gives us the faith to materialize them.
This Sunday, we will begin another purpose of faith - 21 days of the Fast of Daniel. We will cut off all audio-visual contact with the things of this world. Our minds will be connected 24 hours a day with the things of God.
