THE STORY OF JESUS: Proverbs 27-29
“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” (Proverbs 27:17)
Who in your life sharpens you as a person?
Is there anyone you spend time with that improves your character?
In creation, God saw it was not good for people to be alone (Genesis 2:18).
Yet too many of us live as individuals in isolation.
Jesus trained His disciples to work in pairs (Luke 10:1).
He promised to be with them when they met with others (Matthew 18:20).
The Spirit of Jesus hones and sharpens us, to make us more like Him.
Its too easy to justify thoughts and actions to ourselves.
But do we allow someone else we trust to consider our thoughts and actions?
I believe every Jesus follower would benefit from an accountability partner.
I also believe that Satan does what he can to keep us from this.
Since my recent move, I have not set up a disciple partnership.
This is something I know I need, and benefit from – and will seek it.
Who in your life sharpens you as a person?
What do you sense the Lord saying to you?
PRAYER
Lord, thank You for using others to sharpen me. Lead me to someone that can encourage and challenge me to grow even more!
One’s life reflects the heart.
What is upon the heart will come to expression – through word and deeds.
And this life is lived before the Lord our God.
Fear Him.
Trust Him.
Walk in His Way.
Walk in wisdom.
Share His blessings with those around you.
Do justice.
Be a person of integrity.
See through the eyes of Jesus.
Live in a trust relationship with the Lord.
Walk in Hus presence always.
Come into His presence, singing,
‘Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia’.
Come into His presence, singing,
‘Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia’.
Come into His presence, singing,
‘Jesus is Lord, Jesus is Lord, Jesus is Lord.’
Come into His presence, singing,
‘Jesus is Lord, Jesus is Lord, Jesus is Lord.’
Come into His presence, singing,
‘Glory to God, Glory to God, Glory to God.’
Come into His presence, singing,
‘Glory to God, Glory to God, Glory to God.’