KINGDOM COME

You know when you’re reading the Bible, and a passage of scripture just leaps off the page and punches you in the face? (In like, a good way.  Not a scary, horrible way, like actually being punched in the face probably would be. Anyway.)  I had that experience the other day with Luke 17:21, when Jesus tells His followers:

…the kingdom of God is within you.

I mean, seriously?  This is powerful.  The kingdom of God–the full presence and power of the Godhead–is inside of you.  When you’re drowning in work stress, financial worry, health issues, friendship drama, tough decisions, and sticky family relationships (holla to all of my sisters for whom the holidays are a time of stress and tension) remember the sweet truth that you are walking around with the love and power–the same love and power that pulled Jesus out of the grave--inside of you.

Even better–His grace is all we need, and His power works best in our weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9). When we are weak, He can work for us, through us, stronger than ever.  Be still before Him, and let the freedom of that truth wash over you.  If spending time with family is hard for you during the holidays, invite His power into your weakness.  Ask Him to love those difficult family members for you, through you.

John 7:38

Everyone who trusts in me…rivers of living water shall flow from within him.

Happy Thanksgiving, y’all.  Feel free to leave any prayer requests in the comments, or send me an e-mail.