Verse
I would like to learn just one thing from you: Did you receive the Spirit by observing the law, or by believing what you heard? Are you so foolish? After beginning with the Spirit, are you now trying to finish by human effort?
Thought
When we come to Christ, the Holy Spirit cleanses us, fills us, and empowers us to live for Jesus. The Spirit works to transform us to be like Christ, puts to death the evil desires that enslave us to sin, produces the fruit of the Spirit, comforts us in times of struggle, gives us gifts to serve the Body of Christ, and gives us the strength to do what no law or regulation could ever do. So as we finish the year, make resolutions, and set goals for the New Year, we must commit to live for Jesus. However, we must also realize that the strength to do this does not come from our own will power and is not accomplished by our own efforts. The power to do this comes from God's grace and the presence of the Holy Spirit in our lives. Let's finish this year by asking for the Spirit to take control and live for God's glory!
Prayer
O Father, your grace has been lavished upon me in so many ways. As I near the end of this year, I thank you for your Holy Spirit, your personal presence within me, and I ask that your Spirit direct, lead, and empower me to bring You glory and to live for Jesus this next year. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.
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