This is Follow Jesus Radio, encouraging you to have faith in Jesus Christ and follow Him daily. The title of this devotional thought is: "Restored in God’s Loving Grace."
Ezekiel 33:11 reminds us of God’s heart: "I take no pleasure in the death of the wicked, but rather that the wicked person should turn from his way and live." This is the promise of restoration for every backslider — no matter how far we've wandered, God's desire is for us to repent and be restored. Jesus, the Good Shepherd, seeks the lost and rejoices when the sinner returns (Luke 15:7).
Nothing can separate us from God’s love—not our failures, doubts, or setbacks. Romans 8:38-39 assures us that neither death nor life, powers nor height, nor anything else in all creation can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus. This is the foundation of our hope and restoration.
If you’ve drifted away, hear this call: God's grace is always ready to embrace you. The cross is the ultimate proof that Jesus bore our sin and made a way back to the Father. His love invites you to turn again, to repent with a sincere heart, and to walk in newness of life.
So, no matter where you’ve been, remember this: Jesus’ arms are open wide, ready to restore and renew you in His love.
That’s it for this podcast. Remember, Jesus loves you and is just a prayer away.
Richard Templin Hancock
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Becoming Like Christ
This is Follow Jesus Radio, encouraging you to have faith in Jesus Christ and follow Him daily. The title of this devotional thought is: Becoming Like Christ.
Romans 8:29 (CSB) - "For those he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son..."
Dear follower of Jesus, as we meditate on this beautiful verse, let’s remember that God has a unique and loving plan for each of us. Before you were born, He knew you intimately and chose you. His desire is not just for you to know Him but to become more like His Son, Jesus.
Think about that for a moment. God wants you to reflect Christ’s love, kindness, and grace in your everyday life. This transformation is a journey, and it’s okay to take it one step at a time. Each challenge you face, each moment of growth, is part of His divine plan to shape you into His image.
And remember, you are not alone in this journey. You are part of a family—brothers and sisters in Christ. We are here to support one another, to lift each other up, and to encourage each other as we grow together.
Let’s pray: “Lord, thank You for knowing me and having a purpose for my life. Help me to embrace the journey of becoming more like Jesus. May my life reflect His love and grace. Thank You for the community of believers around me. Guide us as we grow together in faith. In Jesus' name, Amen.”
As you go about your day, think of one way you can reflect Christ’s love to someone around you. Let’s be intentional about becoming more like Him together!
That's it for this podcast. Remember, Jesus loves you and is just a prayer away.
Romans 8:29 (CSB) - "For those he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son..."
Dear follower of Jesus, as we meditate on this beautiful verse, let’s remember that God has a unique and loving plan for each of us. Before you were born, He knew you intimately and chose you. His desire is not just for you to know Him but to become more like His Son, Jesus.
Think about that for a moment. God wants you to reflect Christ’s love, kindness, and grace in your everyday life. This transformation is a journey, and it’s okay to take it one step at a time. Each challenge you face, each moment of growth, is part of His divine plan to shape you into His image.
And remember, you are not alone in this journey. You are part of a family—brothers and sisters in Christ. We are here to support one another, to lift each other up, and to encourage each other as we grow together.
Let’s pray: “Lord, thank You for knowing me and having a purpose for my life. Help me to embrace the journey of becoming more like Jesus. May my life reflect His love and grace. Thank You for the community of believers around me. Guide us as we grow together in faith. In Jesus' name, Amen.”
As you go about your day, think of one way you can reflect Christ’s love to someone around you. Let’s be intentional about becoming more like Him together!
That's it for this podcast. Remember, Jesus loves you and is just a prayer away.
Dead Flies
This is Follow Jesus Radio, encouraging you to have faith in Jesus Christ and follow Him daily. Consider what God's Word says today:
As dead flies give perfume a bad smell, so a little folly outweighs wisdom and honor. (Ecclesiastes 10:1)
A dead fly seems small, but it can spoil an entire bottle of perfume. In the same way, what may seem like a "small" sin can damage a Christian's witness and hinder fellowship with the Lord.
What are some "dead flies" to avoid? Pride that refuses correction. A sharp tongue that tears others down. Bitterness that lingers. Gossip disguised as concern. Secret compromise. Neglecting God's Word and prayer. These things may appear insignificant at first, but if left unchecked, they can spread and affect every area of our lives.
The good news is that we don't have to let those "dead flies" remain. Bring them to the Lord in repentance. Ask Him to search your heart, confess your sin, and turn away from it. Stay close to Christ through His Word, prayer, and obedience. A life surrendered to Him will reflect the fragrance of His grace instead of the odor of compromise.
Let's pray.
Heavenly Father, search our hearts and reveal anything that does not honor You. Help us to recognize and remove the small sins that can damage our witness. Give us humble hearts that are quick to repent and eager to obey. May our lives reflect the beauty and fragrance of Christ in all we say and do. In Jesus' name, amen.
That's it for this podcast. Follow Jesus Radio is here 24 hours a day to encourage you to have faith in Jesus Christ and follow Him daily. Remember, Jesus loves you and is just a prayer away.
His Unsearchable Wisdom
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 Unsearchable Wisdom.
Let's listen to God's Word in Romans:
"Oh, the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are His judgments and His ways past finding out!"
— Romans 11:33 (NKJV)
Do we sometimes find ourselves facing situations in our lives that make absolutely no sense to us? Perhaps a door closed that we expected to open, or an unexpected trial has left us asking, "Why, Lord?"
In our human nature, we want to figure everything out. We want a clear map, a detailed plan, and immediate explanations for the storms we face. But the Apostle Paul reminds us that we are dealing with the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, whose wisdom is deeper than our limited minds can ever grasp. His decisions are unsearchable, and His ways are past finding out.
This truth is not meant to discourage us; it is meant to bring us incredible peace.
It means we do not have to carry the heavy burden of trying to understand every twist and turn of our journey. We don't have to figure out how all the broken pieces of our lives will fit together today, because God has already worked it out. Through faith in Jesus, we are securely held by the One who possesses infinite knowledge, ultimate authority, and perfect love.
Remember God sees the end from the beginning, and He is actively guiding our steps forward with a wisdom that never makes a mistake. Let's rest in His perfect guidance today.
That's it for this podcast. Remember, Jesus loves you and is just a prayer away.
Let's listen to God's Word in Romans:
"Oh, the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are His judgments and His ways past finding out!"
— Romans 11:33 (NKJV)
Do we sometimes find ourselves facing situations in our lives that make absolutely no sense to us? Perhaps a door closed that we expected to open, or an unexpected trial has left us asking, "Why, Lord?"
In our human nature, we want to figure everything out. We want a clear map, a detailed plan, and immediate explanations for the storms we face. But the Apostle Paul reminds us that we are dealing with the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, whose wisdom is deeper than our limited minds can ever grasp. His decisions are unsearchable, and His ways are past finding out.
This truth is not meant to discourage us; it is meant to bring us incredible peace.
It means we do not have to carry the heavy burden of trying to understand every twist and turn of our journey. We don't have to figure out how all the broken pieces of our lives will fit together today, because God has already worked it out. Through faith in Jesus, we are securely held by the One who possesses infinite knowledge, ultimate authority, and perfect love.
Remember God sees the end from the beginning, and He is actively guiding our steps forward with a wisdom that never makes a mistake. Let's rest in His perfect guidance today.
That's it for this podcast. Remember, Jesus loves you and is just a prayer away.
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