“In him was life, and that life was the light of men. That light shines in the darkness, and yet the darkness did not overcome it.
… to all who did receive him, he gave them the right to be children of God, to those who believe in his name, who were born, not of natural descent, or of the will of the flesh, or of the will of man, but of God.”
John 1:4-5, 12-13 CSB
John tells us that true life, thriving life, energizing life…eternal life is found only in Jesus. I don’t know about you, but that is the life I want. In contrast, life apart from Jesus is dull, feels empty (or at least seems like there should be more), requires that we look for excitement and constantly seeking another rush of fun or adrenaline.
Then shockingly he tells us that we can be adopted into Jesus family just by receiving Him, accepting Him, believing Him. This incredibly simple exchange happens not because we have the right plan or finally figure it out…but because it was Gods will.
So He desires that we follow Him, and gives us the ability to receive the gift of true life.
Lord, help me to follow You. I don’t want to throw away this gift You chose to give me! I want to experience true life to the full!!’
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