Defining your relationship with Jesus?

The Holy Spirit spoke to me two nights ago about the term “custodial authority”. 

The definition of custodial relates to a guardian who looks over your interests and provides a shelter of protection.

Think about this as making a decision to invite Jesus to manage your life. You agree to give up your autonomy and the right to living for self.

Why would anyone make this life changing decision?

The response is very simple. Jesus will give you a better life than you can ever achieve on your own. He will bring quality, order and joy into your life. These characteristics come from heaven. You cannot find them in the world.

Jesus offers the gift of salvation which assures you of eternal security and confidence in His promises.

Jesus is a reservoir of unlimited strength, wisdom, and peace.

Jesus desires to live with you in every moment of your life both here on earth and later in heaven.

Jesus knows you better than yourself. And, He is omniscient and sees all of your future. 

There are many vulnerabilities for those living in this world. You have a genetic disposition for sin from your ancestry. You were born with a desire to live for self and satisfy your fleshly indulgences. Satan wants to tempt you into evil and destroy your life. Jesus gives you the ability to overcome these vulnerabilities and live a life pleasing to Him.

Jesus desires to give you an abundant life filled with the goodness of God. He promises to supply your every need according to the glorious riches in Christ Jesus. In fact, He wants to give you more than you ask or think!

How do you give custodial authority to Jesus?

The Holy Spirit is the life of Christ and lives in all believers. Invite the Holy Spirit to have authority over every detail of your life. This decision will introduce you to the reality of the Living Christ.

Jesus wants to be your best friend and have engaging conversations with you. He wants to refine you with His values.

The custodial authority of Jesus is your protection and hope for an abundant life. This has nothing to do with religion. You come to know the Living Christ, walk with Him by faith and seek His will for your life.

Jesus is the way, the truth and the life. There is no one like Him!