“That they may be one even as we are one” John 17:22
It is possible to live every day in the presence of Jesus. He can become alive and invested in every detail of your life. This happens through your abandonment to the Living Christ.
Spiritual truth is learned through inviting Jesus to have authority in all the circumstances of life. You cannot learn the truths of God through an intellectual approach.
Many believers do not want to face the reality of God. It is too frightening and upsetting to life. So they escape God through doing works. It is safe and non threatening to do works. They attempt to determine their standing and righteousness with God through their works. Unfortunately, this approach will distance you from the presence of God.
You grow spiritually by applying the truths of God into your life. The Holy Spirit teaches you about the life of Jesus and how to appropriate the embodiment of His life into your living circumstances.
Walking with God is about living by faith and maintaining a oneness with God through the Holy Spirit. It is about committing your works each day to God and asking Him to guide your footsteps. You take self out of the picture and invite God to lead you through all the activities of your day.
Come before God today seeking His will and direction for you. Ask Him to show you His heart and priorities. This is not always easy. It requires prayer, listening to God, and dwelling in the Word.
As you enter into the reality of Jesus you will be surprised at His priorities. He is not so much concerned with what you do but how you do it. He wants you to draw upon His life for your every need and challenge. And, He does not want you to follow the ways of the world.
As human beings, we live in a culture oriented around achievement and success. The secret to living with Jesus is resting in Him. Learn to cease from striving and allow the Holy Spirit to go before you. He desires to do for you what you can never accomplish on your own.
The reality of Jesus is abiding in Him!
Hal Hollister Ministry 