Springtime speaks of new beginnings. Jesus' resurrection gives us the absolute confidence of forgiveness and eternal life. I enjoy all the seasons but the flowers blooming, trees budding, grass turning green remind me of God's amazing grace.
Things that looked lifeless and without fruit or beauty begin to come alive with spring sunshine and rains in America.
You may feel empty, barren, and lifeless. The good news is that Jesus living in you can bring life, hope, blessing, and fulfillment into your entire being. Remember, He loves you. His plans for you are for good. He has already solved your greatest problem by suffering for your sin and rising from the grave. He has given you His Spirit, His Word, His Blood, His Name, His Promises - His very Life.
The same power that raised Jesus from the dead dwells inside you. Because the greater One lives in your heart, you are more than a conqueror. No matter what happens God is for you—He wants the best for you. If you have failed, then repent and receive God's forgiveness. Get up and get on with your assignments. If someone hurt you, then forgive them. Keep on serving Jesus with a smile on your face.
Be Faithful—Steady, Consistent
"A faithful man will abound with blessings, but he who hastens to be rich will not go unpunished" (Proverbs 28:20). Being faithful means consistently doing what is right. It is to be reliable, loyal, and worthy of trust.
Being faithful on the job and work will bring rewards and blessing. Supporting your company or employer is vital. If you are unable to remain positive about the company, you need to leave.
God will provide for you if you are following His leading. Good hard work, a joyful, helpful attitude, excellent performance, and a friendly disposition all contribute to abounding blessings.
It is not about luck, magic, or chance. God's laws are true, you can count on them to work. The degree of success will vary according to a variety of issues, but the bottom line is that "faithful people will abound with blessings."
It works in the family and the church. When we sow good seeds of love, service, and giving we can expect a harvest. It takes time but the wait is worth it. Don't give up! A beautiful family with love and peace is possible.
It's the same in your relationship with the Lord. He is always faithful. As we consistently sow our seeds of worship, prayer, service, and giving, the harvest of God's abundant blessings will come to us.
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Billy Joe Daugherty was founder and pastor of Victory Christian Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was also the founder of Victory Christian School, Victory Bible Institute and Victory World Missions Training Center.
