STAY ON THE BATTLEFIELD

“But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.  Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.”

1 Corinthians 15:57,58 KJV

Eliza E. Hewitt wrote the hymn “Victory in Jesus”.  We need to do what the words in this hymn tell us to do.  “Soldiers of King Jesus, raise the shout again, Victory in Jesus, victory! Marching to the music of the glad refrain, Victory in Jesus evermore.”  If we will stay on the battlefield, Jesus will give us the victory.

There are times when we get discouraged and are tempted to give up and stop serving Jesus.  We must not let that happen!  When Jesus was here on His mission, He also got discouraged so He understands how we feel.  When we are going through dark valleys, Jesus picks us up and carries us.

We need to pray for our pastors and encourage them because they also get discouraged.  When is the last time you invited your pastor out to eat?  Your pastor might not be able to come but it will make your pastor very happy to know you cared enough to give an invitation.  Please encourage your pastor.

Heavenly Father, You are a tender compassionate loving Father and I love You so much.  I appreciate all You have done for me.  please help us to stay on the battlefield for Jesus just as He stayed on the cross for us.  Thank You for the privilege You have given me to serve Jesus.  In Jesus’ Name, I pray.  Amen.

Joanne Lowe

July 12, 2018