Amongst many variables that come with moving, Laura and I have still been able to experience a renewal in our journey together. I believe that is what Jesus' ministry was all about. He went about doing good. This good brought with it a sense of renewal to those whom He encountered. Even those who opposed Him.
Let me see if I can explain it.
In the gospel of Matthew Jesus is quoted saying, "Do not think that I have come to bring peace to the earth. I have not come to bring peace, but a sword." Many zealots misinterpreted Him thinking He meant a natural/physical/political war. Jesus is telling you and me and the whole world that He is the Light that pierces and exposes darkness. His teaching was about a renewal that far outweighed any physical confrontation or political strategy. His renewal was spiritual, explaining why their was a sword not peace.
Even those who despised Him were renewed in their way of thinking. They still rejected Him but this does not negate the power of Jesus and His Kingdom. I love what Sam Storms says in his teaching on the Kingdom of God. He says there is no secular. Everything and everyone are subject to the Kingdom. Jesus is the Kingdom that has been revealed to us by the Holy Spirit which allows us to see the Truth and receive it.
"Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect." (Romans 12:2)
Continue to enjoy your renewal!
Scripture Source: English Standard Version
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I love renewal! We must keep our focus on things above to experience it.
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