"If you abide in Me, and My words abide in you, you will ask what you desire, and it shall be done for you." John 15:7 (NKJV)
In an online article entitled "What Does it Mean to Abide in Christ?" author Sinclair Ferguson shares this explanation:
"In a nutshell, abiding in Christ means allowing His Word to fill our minds, direct our wills, and transform our affections. In other words, our relationship to Christ is intimately connected to what we do with our Bibles! Then, of course, as Christ’s Word dwells in us and the Spirit fills us, we will begin to pray in a way consistent with the will of God..."
Wouldn't it be wonderful to know we are thinking, praying, and acting in a way that is consistent with God's will? This week as we activate the word ABIDE in our hearts, minds, and wills, may we know that deep soul satisfaction that comes from abiding in Christ and in His Word.
Blessings,
Dalene Parker, guest blogger
Words to Live By: One Word a Week (pages 295-300)
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