|
The Bible tells us that in these last days, the world will be enveloped more and more in chaos, confusion, fear and lawlessness (Matthew 24, Luke 21, 2 Timothy 3:1-9). That being sad, Jesus has told us He would never leave us or forsake us (Hebrews 13:5). Praise God for that! Surrounded by all of this evil and ungodliness, Jesus gave us this invitation.
He told us we could come to Him at any time, especially if we are burdened down with the cares of this world. He offers us His peace and His rest, which is the only real way to overcome the stress and fear that permeates society these days. So today, I encourage you to take Him up on His offer. Come to Him, and let the rest of God minister to your spirit, soul and body. How do we do that? Acts 6:4 has the answer. Do what the early church leaders did. Give yourself continually to prayer and Bible study.
The key here is to give yourself continually to these things. You have to make time for God daily. You have to prioritize your day in such a way that the Word of God and prayer are top priority – nothing else. In my office, I have a desk plaque that reads: THE TOP PRIORITY IS TO KEEP THE TOP PRIORITY THE TOP PRIORITY. That’s true for all of us.
The daily decision to come to Jesus in prayer and Bible study is the wisest decision any of us could ever make. Be sure you’ve made that decision, today and every day.
|