Christ Esteem: This Is for You! - Living Free - September 18
Christ Esteem: This Is for You!
Wednesday, September 18, 2019
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Today's Scripture
"No, despite all these things, overwhelming victory is ours through Christ, who loved us. And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God's love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow... not even the powers of hell can separate us from God's love. No power in the sky above or in the earth below... indeed, nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus our Lord." Romans 8:37-39 NLT
Thoughts for Today
Perhaps you have suffered abuse from a parent or spouse or another "trusted" person. Maybe you have suffered a traumatic personal loss. Or perhaps you have made poor choices and are suffering from the consequences.
God promises that despite all these things, you can have overwhelming victory through Christ. Come to him for help and forgiveness. If you do, nothing ... absolutely nothing ... can separate you from his love.
Consider this ...
Sometimes it is easy to look at scriptures about God's love and think, Yes, God loves all people. But in our innermost being we don't include ourselves in the "all people." We think I'm different ... I'm just not good enough ... that's alright for other people, but I've made too many mistakes. It's too late for me.
But God's Word makes it abundantly clear that you are included. No matter what you have done. No matter what other people say or think about you. No matter what you think about yourself. God loves you. Jesus died for you. Nothing can ever separate you from his love. And as you walk with Jesus, you can have overwhelming victory over every problem and obstacle in your life. The problems might still be there,andthe obstacles may still come. But you won't have to face them alone. Jesus will give you the strength to overcome.
Prayer
Lord, thank you that these promises are not just for other people ... but they are really for me. Thank you for your unconditional love. Thank you that no matter what has happened in the past or comes my way in the future, I can walk in victory through Jesus. In Jesus' name ...
These thoughts were drawn from ...Restoring Families: Overcoming Abusive Relationships through Christ by Janet M. Lerner, D.S.W. This study helps to minister to families caught in the cycle of abusive relationships. The curriculum deals with overcoming these abusive relationships through Christ and is recommended for use in support groups and Christian counseling.
- Ministers to families from abusive relationships
- Ministers to victims of family violence
- Deals with wounded emotions
- Deals with control and intimacy issues
- Presents a strong message of Christ as healer of abusive relationships
Note: This curriculum was written especially for small groups, and we encourage people to use it that way. However, it can also be used effectively as a personal study for individuals or couples.
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