Jesus Began A Good Work And Will Complete It

-October 6, 2024-

Good morning beloved, happy Lord’s Day,

“Being confident of this very thing, that He who has begun a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ.”

(Philippians 1:6).

Philippians is an epistle of living joy. Paul loved the saints there so much and wrote to them from his prison cell in Rome. Dark, damp, cold conditions could not stem his joy in the Lord or his care for the saints.

Paul wanted the saints, including the elders and deacons to be encouraged by Christ’s work in their lives. Jesus began a good work in them and will complete it until the day of Christ, which is the Rapture. He does the same with us.

Our Lord Jesus Christ has a plan for each of us. He is working on us, in us, and for us until the day He calls us home to heaven. He is not finished with us yet; He is still working on our character. He always finishes what He starts. We must be patient with ourselves and others until His work is completed.

Our Savior is a Master Sculptor, and we are each His masterpiece. He chisels way the rough edges of pride, selfishness, bad habits, and worldly ways. For us it is painful to go through, but necessary for us. He uses trials, pain, hardships, and troubles to mold us into His image.

Christ’s work is always a good work—on the other hand, the devil’s work is always bad. He wants to trip us up and bring us down. Jesus wants to lift us up and help us stand and walk. I know I have a long ways to go and grow in Christ. I am still learning. Our Savior is also our coach. Good coaches teach, inspire, and challenge their players to excel and be victorious.

None of us knows how long we will live in this world, but we do know heaven is forever and ever. One minute in heaven will more than make up for a lifetime of trials and suffering.

Have a blessed Lord’s Day. October 1 began Pastor Appreciation Month. Let’s thank our pastor and tell him how much we appreciate him. Stay safe and healthy.

Dean