-September 21, 2020-
Good morning, happy Monday,
-Grace, Love, And Communion Are From God For Our Good-
“The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. Amen.”
(2 Corinthians 13:14).
The Apostle Paul wrote two strong, instructive, and encouraging epistles to the Corinthians. He had to deal with some very serious issues so the saints would be in right standing with the Lord and with one another. He loved them so much and wanted the very best for them. He chose the most perfect way to end his second epistle.
Prior to today’s verse, he wrote in 2 Corinthians 13:11-13, “Finally, brethren, farewell. Become complete. Be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace; and the God of love and peace will be with you. Greet one another with a holy kiss. All the saints greet you.” His final words in verse 14 are a perfect benediction. This benediction directs them to God in praise and adoration. It is like the perfect bow on the package.
Paul speaks of three blessings that come from God, the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. Just as the Holy Trinity is involved in our salvation, so too, each one is involved in our spiritual growth, sanctification, and edification. We need the Lord for everything we say and do, so that we can be a blessing to others.
• The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ – We need God’s grace every day and in every way. Grace is the strength our Lord gives us to face every situation. Paul wrote in 2 Corinthians 12:9 the words the Lord spoke to him, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” His grace sufficient for us in whatever we may be going through today. He sends the needed grace for each day. His grace is an unending reservoir of blessing for His people.
• The love of God – Our Heavenly Father loves us so much. He sent His Son to die for us on the cross and save us from our sins. When we pray we pray to the Father in the name of Jesus His Son. His love is the most wonderful virtue of all, without which we cannot love Him or each other. Paul wrote in 1 Corinthians 13:13, “And now abide faith, hope, love, these three; but the greatest of these is love.” Love is the greatest since it will last for all eternity in heaven. Faith and hope will only be needed until we are in the presence of our Lord, then faith gives way to sight and hope gives way to our deepest longing for His presence and fulfillment.
• The communion of the Holy Spirit – The Holy Spirit regenerates us, teaches us, empowers us, and gives us spiritual gifts in order for us to serve the Lord. The Holy Spirit also produces the fruit of the Spirit in our lives and intercedes for us. The Holy Spirit communes with us in our spirit. He is our Helper and our Comforter.
The Lord is so good. He gives us the grace we need each day, showers with His love, and communes with us on the journey of life. We need the Lord for each step of our journey, each battle we fight, and each trial we go through. Through the Lord who is glorious, we are than victorious!
Have a blessed day day in our walk with the Lord in His grace, love, and communion. Stay safe and healthy.
Dean
Dean Allen's Daily Devotional 