This is Follow Jesus Radio, encouraging you to have faith in Jesus Christ and follow Him daily. The title of this devotional thought is: "A Mind Renewed by Christ."
Romans 12:2 (NKJV) – "And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God."
The world is constantly trying to shape the way we think. It tells us to trust ourselves, chase success, and live for the moment. But God's Word calls us to something far better. Instead of being conformed to the patterns of this world, we are to be transformed by the renewing of our minds.
That transformation begins and continues with Jesus Christ. When we place our faith in Him, He gives us new life. As we follow Him, His teachings reshape our thoughts, our attitudes, and our desires. The more we spend time in His Word, the more we begin to see life through His eyes. Our hearts become more like His, and our choices begin to reflect His character.
Jesus teaches us to love instead of hate, to forgive instead of holding grudges, to serve instead of seeking recognition, and to trust our Heavenly Father instead of being consumed by worry. His truth renews our minds and changes us from the inside out.
If you desire to know God's will for your life, stay close to Jesus. Read His Word, listen to His voice, and obey His teachings. As your mind is renewed by Christ, you will discover the joy of walking in God's good, acceptable, and perfect will.
Let's pray:
Heavenly Father, thank You for sending Your Son, Jesus Christ, to save us and transform our lives. Thank You that through Him our minds can be renewed by the truth of Your Word. Help us not to be shaped by the values of this world but by the teachings of our Savior. Fill our hearts with a greater love for Jesus and a deeper desire to know and obey Him each day. May His thoughts become our thoughts, His ways become our ways, and His life be seen in us. Continue Your transforming work through the power of the Holy Spirit, so that we may honor You in all we do. In the precious name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
That's it for this podcast. Remember, Jesus loves you and is just a prayer away.
Richard Templin Hancock
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Praise and Glory
Praise and Glory.
Ephesians 1:11-12 NIV
"In him we were also chosen, having been predestined according to the plan of him who works out everything in conformity with the purpose of his will, in order that we, who were the first to put our hope in Christ, might be for the praise of his glory."
All that God has done for those who have faith in Jesus Christ is to His praise and glory. Let's remember to praise the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob for choosing us and predestining us according to His plan, which works out everything in conformity with the purpose of His will. This shows God's sovereignty in our lives. From the womb to death, God's plan will prevail in our lives. And what a plan it is! It culminates with us in His presence in Heaven—forever, loved, and in fellowship with God throughout all eternity. This certainly is to God's praise and glory.
Until next time, keep your eyes on Jesus.
Ephesians 1:11-12 NIV
"In him we were also chosen, having been predestined according to the plan of him who works out everything in conformity with the purpose of his will, in order that we, who were the first to put our hope in Christ, might be for the praise of his glory."
All that God has done for those who have faith in Jesus Christ is to His praise and glory. Let's remember to praise the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob for choosing us and predestining us according to His plan, which works out everything in conformity with the purpose of His will. This shows God's sovereignty in our lives. From the womb to death, God's plan will prevail in our lives. And what a plan it is! It culminates with us in His presence in Heaven—forever, loved, and in fellowship with God throughout all eternity. This certainly is to God's praise and glory.
Until next time, keep your eyes on Jesus.
Remember His Mighty Works
This is Follow Jesus Radio, encouraging you to have faith in Jesus Christ and follow Him daily. The title of this devotional thought is: "Remember His Mighty Works."
Luke 19:37 (NKJV) – "Then, as He was now drawing near the descent of the Mount of Olives, the whole multitude of the disciples began to rejoice and praise God with a loud voice for all the mighty works they had seen."
As Jesus made His triumphal entry into Jerusalem, the disciples could not remain silent. They had seen the blind receive their sight, the lame walk, storms calmed, demons cast out, and lives forever changed. Their hearts overflowed with joy because they remembered the mighty works of Jesus.
The same is true for us today. It is good to pause and reflect on all that Jesus has done in our lives. He has forgiven our sins, given us new life, answered prayers, carried us through difficult seasons, comforted us in sorrow, and remained faithful when we were weak. Every blessing we enjoy is a testimony to His grace and goodness.
When we remember the wonderful works of Christ, our faith grows stronger, our hope is renewed, and our hearts are filled with thanksgiving. Praise shifts our focus from our problems to our Savior. Instead of dwelling on what we lack, we rejoice in the One who has never failed us.
Take a few moments today to remember the ways Jesus has been faithful to you. Thank Him for His saving grace, His daily provision, His unfailing love, and His constant presence. The same Savior who worked mightily then is still working powerfully today, and He alone is worthy of all our praise.
Let's pray:
Heavenly Father, thank You for sending Your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Thank You for the mighty works He has done throughout history and for the wonderful ways He continues to work in our lives today. Help us never to forget Your faithfulness or take Your blessings for granted. Fill our hearts with gratitude as we remember Your mercy, Your provision, Your forgiveness, and Your amazing grace. May our lives be marked by joyful praise, and may our testimony point others to Jesus, who alone is worthy of all honor and glory. In His precious name we pray. Amen.
That's it for this podcast. Remember, Jesus loves you and is just a prayer away.
Luke 19:37 (NKJV) – "Then, as He was now drawing near the descent of the Mount of Olives, the whole multitude of the disciples began to rejoice and praise God with a loud voice for all the mighty works they had seen."
As Jesus made His triumphal entry into Jerusalem, the disciples could not remain silent. They had seen the blind receive their sight, the lame walk, storms calmed, demons cast out, and lives forever changed. Their hearts overflowed with joy because they remembered the mighty works of Jesus.
The same is true for us today. It is good to pause and reflect on all that Jesus has done in our lives. He has forgiven our sins, given us new life, answered prayers, carried us through difficult seasons, comforted us in sorrow, and remained faithful when we were weak. Every blessing we enjoy is a testimony to His grace and goodness.
When we remember the wonderful works of Christ, our faith grows stronger, our hope is renewed, and our hearts are filled with thanksgiving. Praise shifts our focus from our problems to our Savior. Instead of dwelling on what we lack, we rejoice in the One who has never failed us.
Take a few moments today to remember the ways Jesus has been faithful to you. Thank Him for His saving grace, His daily provision, His unfailing love, and His constant presence. The same Savior who worked mightily then is still working powerfully today, and He alone is worthy of all our praise.
Let's pray:
Heavenly Father, thank You for sending Your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Thank You for the mighty works He has done throughout history and for the wonderful ways He continues to work in our lives today. Help us never to forget Your faithfulness or take Your blessings for granted. Fill our hearts with gratitude as we remember Your mercy, Your provision, Your forgiveness, and Your amazing grace. May our lives be marked by joyful praise, and may our testimony point others to Jesus, who alone is worthy of all honor and glory. In His precious name we pray. Amen.
That's it for this podcast. Remember, Jesus loves you and is just a prayer away.
His Yoke Is Easy
This is Follow Jesus Radio, encouraging you to have faith in Jesus Christ and follow Him daily. The title of this devotional thought is: "His Yoke Is Easy."
Matthew 11:30 (NKJV) – "For My yoke is easy and My burden is light."
Many people spend their lives carrying burdens they were never meant to bear. Guilt, fear, worry, and the pressure to earn God's favor can leave us weary and discouraged. But Jesus offers something far different. He invites us to exchange our heavy burdens for His yoke.
A yoke symbolizes submission and partnership. When we take Christ's yoke upon us, we are choosing to follow Him as Lord and trust Him as our Savior. We are no longer striving to save ourselves, because Jesus has already accomplished our salvation through His death on the cross and His glorious resurrection. His grace is sufficient, and His strength is made perfect in our weakness.
Following Jesus does not mean life will be free from trials, but it does mean we never face them alone. The Savior walks with us, carries us when we are weak, and gives us peace that the world cannot provide. The burden He asks us to carry is light because He bears the weight of our sin, our shame, and our eternal destiny.
Today, trust Jesus with every burden on your heart. Walk closely with Him, rest in His finished work, and discover the joy and peace that come from following the One whose yoke is easy and whose burden is light.
Let's pray:
Heavenly Father, thank You for sending Your Son, Jesus Christ, to save us and to invite us into a life of peace and rest. Thank You that we do not have to carry the weight of sin, guilt, or fear because Jesus has borne it for us at the cross. Help us to walk closely with Him each day, trusting His wisdom, obeying His Word, and depending on His strength. Teach us to rest in His finished work and to find joy in following Him. May our lives reflect the grace and peace that are found in Jesus alone. In His precious and holy name we pray. Amen.
That's it for this podcast. Remember, Jesus loves you and is just a prayer away.
Matthew 11:30 (NKJV) – "For My yoke is easy and My burden is light."
Many people spend their lives carrying burdens they were never meant to bear. Guilt, fear, worry, and the pressure to earn God's favor can leave us weary and discouraged. But Jesus offers something far different. He invites us to exchange our heavy burdens for His yoke.
A yoke symbolizes submission and partnership. When we take Christ's yoke upon us, we are choosing to follow Him as Lord and trust Him as our Savior. We are no longer striving to save ourselves, because Jesus has already accomplished our salvation through His death on the cross and His glorious resurrection. His grace is sufficient, and His strength is made perfect in our weakness.
Following Jesus does not mean life will be free from trials, but it does mean we never face them alone. The Savior walks with us, carries us when we are weak, and gives us peace that the world cannot provide. The burden He asks us to carry is light because He bears the weight of our sin, our shame, and our eternal destiny.
Today, trust Jesus with every burden on your heart. Walk closely with Him, rest in His finished work, and discover the joy and peace that come from following the One whose yoke is easy and whose burden is light.
Let's pray:
Heavenly Father, thank You for sending Your Son, Jesus Christ, to save us and to invite us into a life of peace and rest. Thank You that we do not have to carry the weight of sin, guilt, or fear because Jesus has borne it for us at the cross. Help us to walk closely with Him each day, trusting His wisdom, obeying His Word, and depending on His strength. Teach us to rest in His finished work and to find joy in following Him. May our lives reflect the grace and peace that are found in Jesus alone. In His precious and holy name we pray. Amen.
That's it for this podcast. Remember, Jesus loves you and is just a prayer away.
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