Weakness entrusted to a Mighty God

I find myself continually returning to the concept of abiding in Christ Jesus. Jesus is so clear in His intentions for us in Matthew 11 and John 15. He wants to work through us, to live in us, to provide a rest and peace that nothing can remove, and to produce a life full of fruit.

I'm incredibly frustrated with myself for the LACK I see. Therein is the problem. The sin. I don't want to focus on myself. I do what I don't want to do!

I have one hope. GRACE.

"[Abiding is] entrusting itself to a mighty One to be kept - the unfaithful one casting self on One who is altogether trustworthy and true. Abiding in Him is... a consenting to let Him do all for us, and in us, and through us." -Andrew Murray, Abide in Christ, p. 24

Abba God, You are trustworthy and true. We yield to You right now, trusting YOU with all of our cares and frustrations. Teach us what is reasonable and acceptable in our lives & help us (give us courage) to leave the rest alone. Show us clearly who we are in Christ and how specifically we can love those you’ve put in our lives. Speak to us; speak to others through our countenance, words, and deeds. Cause us to walk in your peace and joy, so that nothing disturbs our countenance that comes from the everlasting Wellspring of Life. Convict us when we forget how to care for these “temples” we harbor your Spirit in, ever reminding us that our bodies are also used as a living sacrifice. Thank You for your GRACE, which is always stretched out toward us. Give us eyes to see the expanse of your grace, that we would grasp the depth of Jesus’ love… we long for you to share that grace and love with others. We can’t do anything on our own & we’ve proven that quite well… but through CHRIST JESUS, who is our everything, You give us everything to do the jobs You’ve given us to do. Truly, You are the best Boss, Counselor, Father, and Friend. May You reveal yourself to our loved ones; may they ONLY see Jesus thru/in us, who is Truth in Love. In His name…