70 likes | 173 Vues
This reflection focuses on the essence of walking daily by the Savior's side, rooted in Ephesians 5:8-15. It explores the implications of friendship with Christ, emphasizing the importance of conversation and prayer as vital elements of our relationship with Him (Hebrews 7:25; Philippians 4:6). Walking beside Christ signifies not just companionship but also a commitment to go in the same direction as Him, adhering to His teachings and example. This daily choice should be evident in our lives, motivated by love and grounded in obedience (Ephesians 5:1-2).
E N D
AM AssemblyWalking Daily By The Savior’s Side Eph. 5:8-15 PM AssemblyMonthly Singing:The Second Coming
Walking Daily By The Savior’s Side Ephesians 5:8-15
Walking Beside Implies Friendship • James 2:23 Friend of God; John 15:13-14 James 4:4 Enemy of God • We Choose To Walk Beside Christ • Walking IN Him > Col. 2:6-7 > Rooted IN Him > Built Up IN Him
Walking Beside Implies Conversation • Hebrews 7:25 • Honest, Frequent Communication Is Necessary For Friendship • Philippians 4:6 • Prayer Is The Lifeline Of Our Friendship With Christ
Walking Beside Means Going The Same Direction • He IS The Way of Salvation • Holding His Hand • He is MY friend as long as I am Obedient > Eph. 5:8; 1 John 1:6-7 > Eph. 4:1; Col. 1:10 > 2 John 4, 6 • God Will Not Dissolve Friendship (Heb. 13:5-6)
Walking Beside Christ Is A Daily Decision • Should Be Obvious To The World (Eph. 2:10; Rom. 6:4; 1 John 2:6) • Motivated By Love, Not Compulsion (Eph. 5:1-2; 1 John 4:19) • Impossible To Think Evil Walking With Christ (Rom. 8:1-14; Matt. 6:24; 1 John 3:6-8)
Can You Say:“I’ll be a friend to Jesus until my years shall end”?