-December 13, 2024-
Good morning beloved, happy Friday,
“And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifested in the flesh, justified in the Spirit, seen by angels, preached among the Gentiles, believed on in the world, received up in glory.”
(1 Timothy 3:16).
Today is the fifth day on this tremendous verse. Each of the descriptions of Christ by Paul adds to the chorus of praise of to our Lord Jesus Christ. From His birth to His life, to His character, to His ministry, to His death, to His resurrection, to His ascension, to enthronement in glory at the Father’s right hand.
The phrase of the day is, “believed on in the world.” Jesus commissioned the disciples in Mark 16:15-16, “…Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature. He who believes and is baptized will be saved; but he who does not believe will be condemned.”
The Apostle John’s main purpose in writing the Gospel of John is found in John 20:30-31, “And truly Jesus did many other signs in the presence of His disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that believing you may have life in His name.”
Do you believe on Jesus and in Jesus? This belief goes far beyond mere intellectual ascent; it is a belief of the soul and spirit. It is not just knowing about Christ, it is knowing Christ. It is about trusting Him for salvation and for everything in God’s plan for your life and future.
Believing in Jesus is the only way to be saved and have eternal life. He is the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through Him. All other ways end in spiritual and eternal death and separation from God.
Believing in Jesus is life changing. Our faith in Christ should be growing daily through the trials we experience in our daily lives. Have a blessed day believing in Jesus. Stay safe and healthy.
Charles Spurgeon once said, “A little faith will bring your soul to heaven; a great faith will bring heaven to your soul.”
Dean
Dean Allen's Daily Devotional 