…that Holy One who is to be
born will be called the Son of God. —Luke 1:35
If the Son of God has been born into my human flesh, then am I
allowing His holy innocence, simplicity, and oneness with the Father the
opportunity to exhibit itself in me? What was true of the Virgin Mary in the
history of the Son of God’s birth on earth is true of every saint. God’s Son is
born into me through the direct act of God; then I as His child must exercise
the right of a child— the right of always being face to face with my Father
through prayer. Do I find myself continually saying in amazement to the
commonsense part of my life, “Why did you want me to turn here or to go over
there? ‘Did you not know that I must be about My Father’s business?’ ” (Luke
2:49). Whatever our circumstances may be, that holy, innocent, and eternal
Child must be in contact with His Father.
Am I simple enough to identify myself with my Lord in this way?
Is He having His wonderful way with me? Is God’s will being fulfilled in that
His Son has been formed in me (see Galatians 4:19), or have I carefully
pushed Him to one side? Oh, the noisy outcry of today! Why does everyone seem
to be crying out so loudly? People today are crying out for the Son of God to
be put to death. There is no room here for God’s Son right now— no room for
quiet, holy fellowship and oneness with the Father.
Is the Son of God praying in me, bringing honor to the Father,
or am I dictating my demands to Him? Is He ministering in me as He did in the
time of His manhood here on earth? Is God’s Son in me going through His
passion, suffering so that His own purposes might be fulfilled? The more a
person knows of the inner life of God’s most mature saints, the more he sees
what God’s purpose really is: to “…fill up in my flesh what is lacking in the
afflictions of Christ…” (Colossians 1:24). And when we think of what it takes
to “fill up,” there is always something yet to be done.
and from Jesus Calling: by Sarah Young
I speak to you from the depths
of eternity. Before the world was formed, I am! You hear Me in the depths of
your being, where I have taken up residence. I am Christ in you, the hope of
Glory. I, your Lord and Savior, am alive within you. Learn to tune in to My
living Presence by seeking Me in silence.
As you celebrate the wonder of
My birth in Bethlehem, celebrate also your rebirth into eternal life. This everlasting
gift was the sole purpose of My entering your sin-stained world. Receive My
gift with awe and humility. Take time to explore the vast dimensions of My
Love. Allow thankfulness to flow freely from your heart in response to My
glorious gift. Let My Peace rule in your heart, and be thankful.
Before the mountains were brought forth or ever You had
formed and given birth to the earth and the world, even from everlasting to
everlasting You are God. —Psalm 90:2
To them God has chosen to make known among the Gentiles
the glorious riches of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.
—Colossians 1:27
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as
members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. - Colossians 3:15
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