DEVO 09.08.26

DEVO. 09.08.26

“Yes, a person is a fool to store up earthly wealth but not have a rich relationship with God.”” (Luke‬ ‭12‬:‭21‬ ‭NLT‬‬)

- Calling someone a fool is a pretty harsh statement, but Jesus does say it!

- So wouldn’t you like to know who Jesus calls a fool?

- He says that the person who is rich in this world and does not have a rich relationship with Jesus.

- So, how do you have a rich relationship with Jesus?

- The answer is pretty easy.

- The basic question is “how do you have a rich relationship?”

- First is your Time!

- You make time for those whom you want to make time for.

- If you don’t have time for someone then you won’t have any relationship.

- Next would be Care!

- You have to care about their concerns.

- If you don’t care about someone then there will be no relationship.

- Then there is Loyalty!

- Are you loyal to someone through the ups and downs, thick and thin?

- Will you be loyal when no one even understands?

- Now, use those 3 things, (Time, care and loyalty) in your relationship with Jesus.

- Do you spent Time in his Word, in prayer and in His presence?

- I’m not talking about 5 minutes in the morning but how about the rest of your day?

- Is He allowed to invade your schedule anywhere and at anytime?

- How about Care? Do you care about the things that He cares about? Do you love what He loves and Hate what He hates?

- Do you worship Him and are you committed to His ways?

- And are you Loyal to Him when the world hates Him and His commands?

- Do you obey Him?

- Jesus Himself said, “If you love me, obey my commandments.” (John‬ ‭14‬:‭15‬)

- If there are areas where you haven’t been obedient, don’t make excuses, just get right with Him.

- That’s what repentance is all about.

- Turn from your way of doing things and turn to Jesus!

- Jesus also said, “I tell you the truth, everyone who acknowledges me publicly here on earth, the Son of Man will also acknowledge in the presence of God’s angels.” (Luke‬ ‭12‬:‭8‬ ‭NLT‬‬)

- Don’t be a fool! Build a Rich relationship with Jesus today!

- You will never regret the time spent with Him!

- Have a great Tuesday!