Beyond BeliefSample

Beyond mere belief, our lives should demonstrate love, obedience, and faith.

We want to know and believe God loves us personally, passionately, and compassionately. Nothing is more important in our Christian life than receiving and trusting God and His love for us.

True biblical love, which is "Christ in us," is the core of Christianity. God and His love are the lifeblood of our Christian faith. We want to know His love, receive His love, walk in the light of His love, and love others!

Love. Obedience. Faith. These three are intricately intertwined and integrated into every believer's mind, heart, and life. No one can separate them. The active presence of all three is a living testimony of eternal life within the believer—a proof of Christ within—not only to the believer but also to those around him.

Stop. Look. Ponder. Take it all in. See what God has done. See who we are in Christ! See all God gives to His church! See our calling! In Christ, we are adopted, divinely appointed, and a part of God's eternal plan of redemption.

May God give us His eternal perspective! Jesus is life, light, truth, and love. He dwells within us, so we want to be established in Him and His Word. Let's not settle for almost; let's not give up; don't let go.

Fight, wrestle, and labor to hold fast to His truth in love, obedience, and faith. We are not alone. God has given us Himself.

Considering all you have read, in the coming weeks pursue the Lord fervently. Discover a sweeter, more intimate fellowship with Him. When we live in His love, walk in His light, and grow in His grace others will see Christ. May we all live our lives to the fullest—beyond belief!