Living in Readiness for Jesus' Return

This is Follow Jesus Radio, encouraging you to have faith in Jesus Christ and follow Him daily. The title of this devotional thought is:

Living in Readiness for Jesus' Return

I came across this Bible verse this morning that reminded me the Lord's return is near:

1 Peter 4:7 NIV
"The end of all things is near. Therefore be alert and of sober mind so that you may pray."

Let's think about the things that can derail us from living in high alert for the return of Jesus. The apostle Paul wrote on this theme:

Romans 13:11–14 NIV
"And do this, understanding the present time: The hour has already come for you to wake up from your slumber, because our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed. The night is nearly over; the day is almost here. So let us put aside the deeds of darkness and put on the armor of light. Let us behave decently, as in the daytime, not in carousing and drunkenness, not in sexual immorality and debauchery, not in dissension and jealousy. Rather, clothe yourselves with the Lord Jesus Christ, and do not think about how to gratify the desires of the flesh."

This is a good reminder for those of us who are followers of Jesus Christ that this earthly life is not our final and eternal dwelling place.

Let's keep in mind what Jesus said:

John 14:3 NIV
"And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am."

May we live each day watching, praying, and keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus. As we wait for His glorious return, let us put on the Lord Jesus Christ, walk in His light, and encourage one another to remain faithful until He comes.

Until next time, keep your eyes on Jesus.

That's it for this podcast. Remember, Jesus loves you and is just a prayer away.

The Good Fight of Faith

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The Good Fight of Faith

2 Timothy 2:4 (KJV)

"No man that warreth entangleth himself with the affairs of this life; that he may please him who hath chosen him to be a soldier."

As followers of Jesus, we are soldiers in a spiritual battle. But our greatest battle is not against people. We are called to stand for the gospel of Jesus Christ—the simple yet powerful message that salvation is found in Christ alone.

The enemy would love to distract us from that message. He sets traps through temptation, discouragement, fear, pride, and division. He seeks to weaken our walk with God, create conflict in our families, stir up tension at work, and lure us away through the desires of our own sinful nature.

That is why Paul tells us not to become entangled with the affairs of this life. A soldier who is constantly distracted cannot stay focused on the mission. Our mission is to know Christ, follow Christ, and make Him known.

The good news is that we do not fight in our own strength. Jesus Christ has already won the victory through His death and resurrection. As we stay close to Him, remain in His Word, and depend on the Holy Spirit, He gives us the strength to stand firm. Keep your eyes on Jesus, and never lose sight of the gospel that saves, transforms, and gives eternal life.

Let's pray:

Father, thank You for calling us to be soldiers of Jesus Christ. Help us to stay focused on the gospel and not become entangled in the distractions and temptations around us. Strengthen us to resist the enemy, to walk in obedience, and to honor You in our homes, at work, and everywhere You lead us. Thank You that Jesus has already won the victory for us through the cross and the empty tomb. Help us to stand firm in Him each day. In Jesus' name, Amen.

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Knowing the Father Through Jesus

This is Follow Jesus Radio, encouraging you to have faith in Jesus Christ and follow Him daily. The title of this devotional thought is:

Knowing the Father Through Jesus

Let's listen to God's Word in John 1:18 (KJV):

"No man hath seen God at any time; the only begotten Son, which is in the bosom of the Father, he hath declared him."

You don't have to be a genius to know God. You don't need a long list of degrees or years of study. God has made Himself known to us through His Son, Jesus Christ.

If you want to know what the Father is like, look to Jesus. Listen to His words in the Bible. Watch how He loved people, showed compassion, forgave sinners, and gave His life on the cross. Jesus perfectly reveals the heart of our heavenly Father.

The wonderful thing is that this revelation is available to every believer. As we read the Bible, listen to the teachings of Jesus, and learn to see Him throughout all of Scripture, we grow in our knowledge of God. The more we know Jesus, the more we know the Father.

And that's the key to an overcoming life. We don't overcome by relying on our own wisdom or strength. We overcome by walking with Jesus day by day, trusting His Word, and enjoying a growing relationship with Him.

So today, spend a few quiet moments with Jesus. Open your Bible and ask Him to reveal Himself to you. As you keep your eyes on Christ, you'll discover more and more of the Father's love, grace, and faithfulness.

Until next time, keep your eyes on Jesus.

That's it for this podcast. Remember, Jesus loves you and is just a prayer away.

Keep Your Eyes on Jesus

This is Follow Jesus Radio, encouraging you to have faith in Jesus Christ and follow Him daily. The title of this devotional thought is:

Keep Your Eyes on Jesus

Let's listen to God's Word in Psalm 119:37 (NKJV):

"Turn away my eyes from looking at worthless things, And revive me in Your way."

Every day, there are countless things competing for our attention. Some are good, some are necessary, and some simply distract us from what matters most. The psalmist understood that what we continually look at will influence our hearts.

When we spend time in His Word, talk with Him in prayer, and remember that He is right beside us, our hearts are renewed. Our focus changes. Instead of being captivated by the temporary things of this world, we become captivated by Jesus Christ. And as we keep our eyes on Him, He revives us, strengthens us, and fills us with His peace.

So today, when something tries to pull your attention away from Jesus, gently turn your eyes back to Him. Remember that He is with you, He loves you, and He will never leave you. There is no better place to fix your gaze than on your faithful Savior.

Until next time, keep your eyes on Jesus.

That's it for this podcast. Remember, Jesus loves you and is just a prayer away.