Philippians 2:12 Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling.
Christianity is a call to enroll in a personal race with God; your relationship with God is more important than any other relationship. If you get this one right, your relationship with others will be smooth. You need an individualistic approach to win the race of destiny because there is no joint destiny in Christ, as God does not force his will on any man. God called Abraham alone; it was Abraham who called Lot. The reason why many are stagnated in their journey is because of their Lot, and until you let your Lot go, you may never see clearly. Everyone is expected to run on their path; the race is for the serious-minded people. The race of destiny requires focus and dedication
Joel 2:7 (They shall run like mighty men; they shall climb the wall like men of war; and they shall march every one on his ways, and they shall not break their ranks: 8 Neither shall one thrust another; they shall walk every one in his path: and when they fall upon the sword, they shall not be wounded).
Freedom is a personal decision; Saying yes to Jesus is a vow; it is a commitment that you are going to be truthful in your relationship with him. It is between you and him, and not with any man; it is not between you and the church, church membership cannot take you to heaven; it is your work with God that will determine your eternity. What the Church does is to impact you with knowledge that will help in growing your relationship with God, but you are to work out your salvation with fear and trembling in obedience to the word of faith you have received from the church or in your encounter with the word. Your mother's relationship with God is personal, your Father's relationship with God is personal; everyone is running a different race. Always remember that you are not in competition with anyone; you are competing against yourself, which is your flesh, so learn to focus on getting yourself on the right track by pleasing God. If you can please the one you are in a relationship with, your journey to the finish line will be guaranteed (John 8:29 and 2 Timothy 2:4).
Isaiah 51:2 Look unto Abraham your father, and unto Sarah that bare you: for I called him alone, and blessed him, and increased him.
Hebrews 12:2 Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.
We are to look unto those who have run the same race with a result to show for it; God himself pointed us towards Abraham, but he cannot force you to do the work of Abraham; it is your decision to be made. Jesus Christ, our perfect example cited
Abraham as an Example John 8:39 (They answered and said unto him, Abraham is our father. Jesus saith unto them, If ye were Abraham's children, ye would do the works of Abraham. 40 But now ye seek to kill me, a man that hath told you the truth, which I have heard of God: this did not Abraham).
You may ask, what is the work of Abraham; He is the Father of obedience; He believes in God and it was counted for him as righteousness (Romans 4:3). Jesus Christ was obedient even unto the death of the cross (Philippians 2:8) and he received a name that is above every other name. They worked out their relationship with God and procured a blessing for their generation. Friends, if I may ask, what are you living behind for your generation? This is way beyond material inheritance. Friends, it is not too late to change the narration of your family from idol worship to people who worship the true God. It can start with you, just the way it started with Abraham. The key is focus; don't let the circumstances of life shake you; be strong in the Lord and continue to build your faith.
Galatians 3:13 Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is everyone that hangeth on a tree: 14 That the blessing of Abraham might come on the Gentiles through Jesus Christ; that we might receive the promise of the Spirit through faith.
Saying yes to Jesus is a call to be a partaker of the blessings of Abraham; it is a call to be free from bondage and curses. It is a call for a change of story and identity. Friends, in case you have not honoured this call, please do it quickly by praying this salvation prayer below and be blessed, in Jesus' name.
Lord Jesus, I repent of my sins and accept You as my Lord and Saviour. I believe you died for me to make me a new man/woman. Forgive me all my sins, wash me with your blood, and give me a new heart. Thank you, Lord, for saving my soul. Now I believe that I am born again. And I am a child of God. Amen!
NENE ISAH,
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