SCRIPTURE: 1Timothy (NIV) 1:15 Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners—of whom I am the worst. 16 But for that very reason I was shown mercy so that in me, the worst of sinners, Christ Jesus might display his unlimited patience as an example for those who would believe on him and receive eternal life. 17 Now to the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor and glory for ever and ever. Amen.
OBSERVATION: For those desiring to be like Jesus it would be good to note the purpose statements Jesus made throughout the Gospels. What Paul wrote here to Timothy is the same thing Luke recorded in his gospel (Luke 19:10): “For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.”
APPLICATION: Knowing the purpose statements of Jesus will help us better understand the life He is now living in us.
Why is our attention drawn to someone who may not know Jesus as Lord and Savior? It is because the One living in us came “to seek and to save” that person. God is giving us the joy of sharing in His special plan. His purpose is becoming our purpose.
If we have a strong urge to pray for a missionary or a lost relative, we can know that is Jesus being Jesus in us.
PRAYER: Lord, Help us not to miss any opportunities today to speak to someone about your great love. May we experience the joy of the Holy Spirit leading us and speaking through us. Amen
Pastor Leon
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