2 John 1:9

Anyone who runs on ahead and does not remain in the doctrine of Christ (that is, one who is not content with what He taught), does not have God; but the one who continues to remain in the teaching (of Christ does have God), he has both the Father and the Son. 

When Jesus died on the cross, it was a finished work. The example for the followers of Christ has been clearly set and does not need to be modified. Our knowledge of the word and the works of Jesus keep us from being deceived and pulled away from Jesus. We are to test the spirits and the preachers to make sure what they say lines up with the word of God.

Amos 5:10

They hate the one who reprimands (the unrighteous) in the (court held at the city) gate (regarding him as unreasonable and rejecting reprimand), And they detest him who speaks (the truth) with integrity and honesty.

God will reprimand those He loves. A person with a sound heart who listens to God will not have an issue with reprimand when heading in the wrong direction. The reprimand will be welcome because of the understanding of the consequences of sin. When we have an attitude of love and obedience for God, we welcome it when He speaks truth into our lives.

Psalm 36:7-9

How precious is Your lovingkindness, O God! The children of men take refuge in the shadow or Your wings. They drink their fill of the abundance of Your house; and You allow them to drink from the river of Your delights. For with you is the fountain of life; in Your light we see light.

God loves us without measure, and His will is always for our best. We can take refuge in God’s shadow and find peace and comfort. When the world turns against us and rejects us, God will not. God is the fountain of life and the source of the light of truth. When we finally stand in heaven and feel the love of God, our hearts will be full.

Psalm 37:29-31

The righteous will inherit the land and live in it forever. The mouth of the righteous proclaims wisdom, and his tongue speaks justice and truth. The law of His God is in his heart.

When we keep our focus on the law of God and meditate on the word, we will speak wisdom. Our minds need to stay focused on the positives of Jesus and salvation to overcome the enemy’s attacks. Keep truth and justice in your thoughts and don’t meditate on sinful, nonproductive thoughts.  We can succeed and inherit the goodness of this land when we are willing and obedient to the Word.

Psalm 37:27-28

Depart from evil and do good; and you will dwell (securely in the land) forever. For the Lord delights in justice and does not abandon His saints; they are preserved forever, but the descendants of the wicked will (in time) be cut off.

Sin is a serious matter for God. It opens doors when we fall short of the mark, and we don’t keep to the guidance of the Bible. When we struggle in this life with sickness, lack, infirmities, and depression.  We should check for doors that we opened through sin. God is always waiting for us and willing to help us back to Him through repentance.

Psalm 40:2-3

He brought me up out of a horrible pit and He set my feet upon a rock, steadying my footsteps and establishing my path. He put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God; many will see and fear and will trust confidently in the Lord.

Our lives will have valleys and mountains to conquer. Some climbs would be impossible if it weren’t for God establishing our feet on the rock and showing us the way. God will lead us to praise for His mercy and love as we travel. As we walk and trust God in these times, we will be a witness for God to others. God is saving us so we can save others.

Psalm 12-13

Restore to me the joy of Your salvation and sustain me with a willing spirit. Then I will teach transgressors Your ways, and sinners shall be converted and return to You.

Remember when we first got saved, and the realization of all that salvation means in our lives? As time passes, we may need restoration of the Joy because we have settled into our faith and not kept the fires burning. God will help us to sustain a willing spirit so we can lead others to salvation as we were led.

Romans 8:16-17

The Spirit Himself testifies and confirms together with or spirit that we (believers) are children of God. And if (we are His) children, (then we are His) heirs also; heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ if indeed we share in His suffering so that we may also share His glory.

We as believers must operate as believers in our daily lives. The word of God says we are heirs and fellow heirs with Christ, but we are operating below our power and authority given to us by God. We accept sin, sickness, lack, and do not prosper as our soul prospers. God lays His best before us, and we need to claim what He has already said is ours.

Romans 8:14-15

For all who are allowing themselves to be led by the Spirit of God are sons of God. For you have not received a spirit of slavery leading again to fear (of God’s judgement) but you have received the Spirit of adoption as sons by which we cry, Abba Father.

When we are led by the Spirit, we are operating in the power of God. We are set free of judgement and fear because the Holy Spirit abides in our hearts. Our lives are not marginal but powerful to stand against the enemy. The devil is afraid of us using our authority and speaking the Word over our families, communities, and the world.

Jeremiah 29:11-12

For I know the plans and thoughts that I have for you, says the Lord, plans for peace and well-being and not for disaster to give you a future and a hope. Then you will call on Me and you will come and pray to Me, and I will hear and I will listen to you.

We may be one individual living among a sea of people, but God still has plans for us. Plans for peace and well-being here in this time and place on earth. We need to remind ourselves daily that we have value in God’s eyes. That God hears our prayers and listens when we call. God Loves US!