Experiencing Jesus Together Through LentSample

Day 22:
Scripture:
“From then on Jesus began to preach, “Repent of your sins and turn to God, for the Kingdom of Heaven is near.” Matthew 4:17 NLT

A Call To: Repentance
Do you remember when you first accepted Jesus as your Lord and Savior?

Almost 30 years later and I can vividly remember that moment. I was nine years old, sitting in the church basement after the Easter service, enjoying brunch with my family and the gospel message was shared. I remember this tugging feeling in my heart and I knew that I needed Jesus. I repented of my sins and confessed with my words that Jesus died on the cross for my sins and rose again so that I could have eternal life. I made a decision that day to live my life for Him.

“Repent of your sins and turn to God.” When I read that, I see that God had already chosen me. He was already pursuing me, I just needed to choose Him in return. I didn’t have to get my act together before I could enter into a relationship with Him, it was  just a gentle prompting by the Holy Spirit that I was missing something--- that was Jesus. Sin keeps us separated from God. He is inviting us into something so much greater!
Reflection:
Write down your salvation testimony and then ask God for an opportunity to share it with someone.

Praise + Prayer:
Father,
Thank You for Jesus and thank You for choosing me. Purify my heart and mind. Show me the areas of my life that I need to repent and trust You. I ask that You would open up an opportunity where I can testify of how good You are! Open my eyes to see the one that needs you today. In Jesus’ name, Amen.