CHRIST'S DISCIPLE

The true quality and nature of a faithful Disciple of Christ, is self-sacrificing; living not of one's own selfish desires, rather to fulfill the LORD'S will by taking on the life of Christ, even as he continuously proclaims the Good News of Salvation to all, bearing fruits that remain, for His glory. This unique quality and spiritually endowed nature advances God's Kingdom, even as it reveals who we are, being Christ's Disciples and ambassadors of God's Love, bearing the cross of Salvation for the redemption of souls.

Therefore, as faithful Christians, called to declare the Good News of Salvation through God's sacrifice, we should continue striving endlessly in love, with enduring hearts and compassionate spirits, forsaking complaining and overcoming every distraction that may stand in the way of our calling, as worthy Stewards and conquerors in Christ Jesus.

 

PRAYER: Heavenly LORD, and Wonderful Father, thank you for giving me the strength, through the Holy Spirit, to carry my cross and follow you in faith, with a dedicated heart and a devoted spirit, that more souls may be redeemed, for your glory, in Christ Jesus;

Amen.

From Luke 14:27

COST OF DISCIPLESHIP

A true Disciple of Christ needs to love Him above anything else; even more than his family and earthly relations. Having the mindset of Christ, being dead to the flesh but alive in the Spirit, we only live for God's glory. This can best be achieved as we endlessly love the LORD with our whole minds, hearts, souls, and might. Therefore, we overcome every temporarily pleasurable distraction of the flesh, to become focused anew on advancing God's Kingdom, in love, through Christ who lives in us as the source of our strength, made manifest through the Holy Spirit at work in our lives, which are each connected with many others.

Furthermore, following Jesus requires full submission and selfless service. Breaking any bondage of merely human blood holding us back, solely to uphold our Christ's Calling, disciples keep assembling and, in the Vine, bearing fruits that remain for the Salvation of souls, in Christ Jesus. So, let's avoid being distracted by merely earthly relationships, yet stay focused more on living the Way of Christ, even as we maintain proper relationships with friends and loved ones, so they may also be grafted into the same tree.

PRAYER: LORD Jesus, thank you for the glorious call of Salvation, and making me a disciple to live for your glory, being free from every distraction of the flesh, to only uphold Righteousness, in Your Holy name;

Amen.

From Luke 14:26

YOUR INVITATION

The Divine invitation and call of Salvation is for all; yet, many who have received the knowledge of Salvation still reject the glorious call of diligent service. The Great Commission is to disciple souls for God's Kingdom; rather, the original family invited, keeps themselves busy with the lust for worldly treasures and positions, delighting in self-proclaimed righteousness, which is the source of the rejection of their Messiah's Calling.

Therefore, we should never reject any opportunity given to serve and commune with God, yet always remain prepared for God's service, because as faithful Christians, we are meant to serve the LORD with all of our hearts and might, even in and without season; for He is our Creator, and without Him we have no reason for existence as living creatures. Our sealed invitations to feast with Him on the last day, by faith, have almost completely been handed out I and they may never be taken away from us, being true Heirs of His Kingdom.

PRAYER: LORD Jesus, I give you all the glory for making me a Laborer in your Vineyard; graced with the invitation to serve in love, discipling souls for the Greatest Feast, that all may be ready to come on the last day; in your Holy name,

Amen.

From Luke 14:23-24

FEAST FOREVER WITH JESUS

By giving and feasting in love with the needy, and less privileged, there is a great assurance of a Divine reward from the LORD; for no man has seen God, yet whatever we do to the stranger and needy, from the depth of our hearts, we are also doing to our Savior, and Creator(Matthew 25:37-41). This reward is not just physical, or material alone, but also spiritually supernatural, which ensures our inheritance as Sons and Daughters of the ever loving and compassionate God.

Therefore, let's endeavor to give with cheerful hearts, and when we feast, it should be done in love; not neglecting the ones we most need to invite to the Kingdom, for the LORD sees and know all things, and He will surely reward us with His blessings and favor from the abundance of His grace and glory, in Christ Jesus.

PRAYER: In Christ Jesus, thank you LORD for giving us Joyful and compassionate hearts, willing to share yourself, giving from Your Spirit, for your glory, that we may attain the Divine reward of eternity;

Amen.

From Luke 14:13-14

EXALTED IN HUMILITY

No matter where you find yourself, be it in a position of honor, disrespect, or authority over creation, you should always avoid seeking for self-recognition, unnecessary praise and promotion; instead, see yourself as having been given equal rights as others who are made in the very image of God. If you express His love in humility, as He formed us of dust, this will surely lead you to a greater position of honor and glory which lasts; by the blood of the Lamb, eventually being exalted above all who are arrogantly proud of themselves. 

Moreover, anyone who remains humble in the Spirit, will surely retain his or her honor, as a Child of God (Prov 29:23). So, let's avoid seeking for self-recognition and soaring in pity or praise from others, which only leads to a greater fall from the highest heights, yet as we continue to live on our knees before God and human-kind alike, acting in love; graced in true humility, we will always remain exalted, not by word only, but as ambassadors, positioned beside Jesus Christ, our LORD of Lords.

PRAYER: in Jesus' name, Heavenly Father, thank you for granting us humble hearts through the understanding of your Word, the Son of God, by the Wisdom of the Holy Spirit, who leads us through the crowds, to a position of greatness and glory, as citizens of Your Heavenly Kingdom;

Amen.

From Luke 14:10-11

LAST BECOMES FIRST

As the gospel of Christ spreads, daily reaching more souls who are redeemed and restored to life, for God's glory, this advances God's Kingdom, sending more labourers to harvest His Vineyard, through the conversion of souls around the world, and discipleship of them, to bear more fruits for the Kingdom. Yet, this should be done in humility, for a true Leader like Jesus', is a servant to all whom he gladly guides.

Moreover, every edifying position of authority comes with trials, challenging the strength of our faith, such as pride, which leads to the downfall of many puffed up as great and mighty, by men; still, submitted to Christ, with the enduring compassion to mourn now, with those who weep, we are destined for the greatest glory in God's Kingdom. So let's endeavor to always remain humble, seeing our fellow brethren in Christ, whom we have been temporarily made to lead, as our equals, in the presence of Almighty God, that our meekness on Earth may open the position of grace and glory to us, in God's Kingdom above.

PRAYER: O' LORD, thank you for placing us in different positions of leadership-service, to fulfill our Christ's Calling in humility, that we may remain Heirs of your Kingdom, as the first and not the last, in Jesus' mighty name;

Amen.

From Luke 13:30

SPIRITUAL EMPTINESS

Living without God's Word in his heart, Jesus Christ, makes a man spiritually empty, and prone to attacks from the kingdom of present darkness, and forces of the wicked one. The Divine presence of God is made manifest through the Holy Spirit, which fills our bellies as living water, guides our souls in Love, and strengthens our spirits over fleshly weakness, that we may remain safely kept in the hands of God, dwelling in the abundance of His Grace, Love and Mercy, being highly favored to live for His glory, yet striving here as Christ Jesus, who is our Blessed Redeemer. This makes us untouchable before the agents of darkness, and able to withstand God's fire, since we are always elevated as Lights. Because of the glory of God, which serves as a protective shield around us, revealing the presence of Christ in us through the Holy Spirit, who bears witness of our Divine inheritance, our Comforter may always remain with us, guiding us, as we are equally yoked with the most meek King, giving us a better understanding of God's Word, even as we are being filled with the Wisdom to live by it; for His presence reveals the person of Christ, who is in us, around us, and ever with us. He alone makes us spiritually aligned, and Strengthened in this life as well, to overcome every seemingly impossible challenge, with a greater character inside. So, let's hold on to the feet of Christ Jesus, until we see face-to-face, leaning on Him as the Author and Finisher of our faith, and in fellowship with one another, we will never be spiritually empty.

PRAYER: Thank you LORD of Lords; Jesus Christ, I will lift up Your Holy Name, seeking your presence in my life, which fills me up for your glory, that I may continue to live a life worthy of your Kingdom;

Amen.

From Luke 13:35