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the inward man is renewed day by day. - 2 Corinthians 4:16
There is one lesson that all young Christians should learn, and
that is the absolute necessity of fellowship with Jesus each day. This lesson
is not always taught at the beginning of the Christian life, nor is it always
understood by the young convert. He should realize that the grace he has
received—the forgiveness of his sins, his acceptance as God’s child, his joy in
the Holy Spirit—can only be preserved by daily renewal in fellowship with Jesus
Christ Himself.
Many Christians backslide because this truth is not clearly
taught. They are unable to stand against the temptations of the world and of
their old nature. They strive to do their best to fight against sin and to
serve God, but they have not strength. They have never really grasped the
secret that the Lord Jesus in heaven will continue His work in them every day,
but only on one condition: every soul must give Him time each day to impart His
love and His grace. Time alone with the Lord Jesus each day is the
indispensable condition of growth and power.
Read Matthew 11:25-30. Christ says, “Come unto me… and I will
give you rest… learn from Me…and Ye shall find rest unto your souls.” (v.
28-29). The Lord will teach us just how meek and humble He is. Bow before Him,
tell Him that you long for Him and His love, and He will let His love rest on
you. This is a thought not only for young Christians, but also for all who love
the Lord.
If you desire to live this life
of fellowship with Christ, if you wish to enjoy this blessed experience each
day, then learn the lesson of spending time each day, without exception, in
fellowship with your Lord. In this way, your inner man will be renewed from day
to day
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