2013 Resolution Suggestion

2013 RESOLUTION SUGGESTION

Luke 11:2

“But if I drive out demons by the finger of God, then the kingdom of God has come to you.”

Jesus means that because He—the King—is present, His Kingdom comes to whomever accepts Him. Right here, right now. His peace is present, His grace is present, His forgiveness is present, His healing is present. Jesus’ luggage that moves into hearts includes “His kingdom come.” His kingdom change sour world(s) IF we are willing, and invite Him in.

Here’s a resolution that can change 2013 lives into something different from 2012.

Wherever Jesus is welcome, He will enter, and get to work. “What work?” you may wonder. Ephesians 2:1 describes the world’s spirit: “...you were dead in your transgressions and sins, in which you used to live when you followed the ways of the world and ruler of the kingdom of the air, the spirit who is now at work in those who are disobedient.” (Emphasis added).


“What’s your New Year’s resolution?” Cassie asked her fifth grade classmate, Jeremy.

Jeremy thought for a second. “I don’t think I need one,” he replied with a smile. “I’m perfect!”

When we forget our sins, we cruise life in the comfort zone of the devil’s lie. Really, we are cruising down peer-pressured highways lined with satanically-inspired values and ideas—independent of God.

Oh.

Jesus prayed to the Father in John 17:15, “My prayer is not that you take them out of the world but that you protect them from the evil one.”

Worldly influence is nearly impossible for God’s kids to escape. But Jesus gives us His Word to guide us against conforming to the world’s values. His Spirit strengthens us to resist sin. Jesus even gives us kingdom keys in Matthew 16:18-19, that He authorized and entrusted us to use.

Jeremy, please make a new year’s resolution!

“What’s your New Year’s resolution, Cassie?” Jeremy asked.

Cassie was ready to answer, “Ever since I volunteered at the Food Kitchen, I resolve to be grateful for all my blessings.” (See Amazon eBook, Christmas Incarnation How Will You Put Your Ten Minas to Work?). She continued, “I resolve to pray that everyone has a home, and food to eat every day, in Jesus' Name.”

Take Home Nugget

Cassie learned much after volunteering. She embraces the privilege of partnering with Jesus, using the kingdom keys Jesus authorized. Matthew 6:10, the “Lord’s Prayer” says, “your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.” Praying for other’s welfare brings God’s kingdom into their lives. Using keys to the kingdom prayerfully, Jesus authorizes us to bring God’s will to earth!
What’s your New Year’s resolution?

Jesus authorizes God’s kids to bring His will to earth using kingdom keys.

J.D. Griffith


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