And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man. Luke 2:52
IN FAVOR WITH GOD
How important is it that I be, “IN FAVOR WITH GOD?” Does it matter?
If I thought I was, “NOT IN HIS FAVOR,” my heart would shatter.
How to be in His “Good Graces?” The Bible is my Instruction Book.
It’s all there. If I don’t find my answer right away, I’ll take another look.
The Bible is full of stories of His people’s sinful acts. How can He be so patient?
His willingness to forgive them when they humbly asked is evident.
As we read these Bible stories, we find where our human nature is lacking.
The people kept sinning and God kept forgiving, just for the asking.
I read of the dire consequences of those not faithful to God. They are lost.
King Soloman, turning from God, lost His Blessings, at great cost.
His father, King David, so faithful, although many sins he did commit,
Fervently asked for God’s forgiveness and to him, God did submit.
The prophet’s warnings of turning away from God are very clear.
Their words seem to go unheeded. Not taken seriously here.
But the loss of God’s Great Love and Protection are very much at stake.
Jesus is our example. His path is the journey I must take.
To be, “OUT OF FAVOR WITH GOD,” to me, is just not an option.
My whole life is dedicated to Him. I need that salvation.
I don’t want Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross to be for naught.
I want to return the “Love of God”. The Love that Jesus taught.
Oh, I know I can’t be perfect, and it isn’t expected of me.
I believe however, God does expect my very best to be.
To love Him honestly, as my One and Only God, is one of His biggest requirements.
To accept Jesus as my Savior. That He died for my sins. His other requirement!
No, I want to remain in God’s Good Graces. My soul is at stake here.
It isn’t this life I am afraid of. It’s for my Eternal Life, I fear.
I don’t want to do anything to jeopardize my chance.
When I reach Heaven’s Gates, I want my ticket to have been purchased in advance.
Carole Schossow
