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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.
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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