How to create mutual respect with Christ!

“Abide in Me and I in you.” John 15:4

As I was praying yesterday with Jan, my wife, the title for this blog came to me from God. And, later in the day the Holy Spirit started speaking to me about this subject.

A relationship is usually defined by some type of an agreement between two parties. In this discussion, we are talking about the relationship between Christ Jesus, a spiritual being, and a human being, who has been created in the image of God.

Each party is alive and possesses a unique personality and a range of emotions. God wants you to come under His authority. Your inner nature wants to live for self. This is the conflict in this relationship.

As human beings, we tend to act with compunction which is making decisions without moral scruples. This is pervasive in all of society. We deny the Holy Spirit who is our moral compass and do as we please.

God wants to look after your well being. He is omniscient and knows you better than you know yourself and He sees every detail of your life—past, present, and future.

The challenge is how can a mere mortal like you and me create mutual respect with Christ who has power and dominion over all things. This sounds like an intimidating or impossible task!

Here is a synopsis from the Holy Spirit concerning how to build respect with Christ:

Don’t take Me for granted! Develop a serious attitude about getting to know My ways and be open to My counsel. Your destiny is in My hands.

My interest is to become a vibrant and embracing presence in your life. I desire to be your best friend and confidant.

I cannot be measured or judged by the ups and downs of your life. Remember, I never change and My ways are perfect.

I am an unpredictable God and you cannot place expectations on Me about how I will work in your life.

What deeply grieves My Spirit is those who display a contemptuous attitude towards Me when things don’t go their way. I want to be respected for who I am!

As you wake up each day, inquire of Me for wisdom, direction, and My order for your life. Allow Me to help you plan out your day. Troubles arise when you choose to live for self or satisfy fleshly indulgences.

I talk with you by placing My thoughts in your mind. Learn to be still and listen. I cherish conversations with give and take. You will find Me in the ordinary and common moments of life. Don’t overlook my presence. I am in everything you do!

Learn to praise Me for every good and perfect gift in your life. Nothing happens by chance in the life of a believer!

I am motivated by those who believe in who I am and walk by faith living in My promises.

I have a high regard for those who yield to the Holy Spirit, obey My voice, and are dedicated to living for Me.

I respect those who pray diligently, listen to My voice, and seek Me through the Word of God.

The goal for a believer is to live in oneness with Me. This is possible by yielding to My Spirit and inviting Him to have authority over your life. He lives in you and desires to guard you from all evil.

My plan is to give you the desires of your heart. This happens when your mindset is to know Me above all else and comes in My perfect timing.

Invite the Son of God to have His way with you and your life will be flowing with the riches of Christ.

I live so you can live!