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BuiLding trutH into your Life
JoHn 8:31-32
By: Bonita Britt, founder resurection, redemPtion, & restoration ministries internationaL
Due to so much deception in the world, it is essential that we become rooted and grounded in Scripture. Not all Believers have accepted erroneous ideas and if they did it’s simply because they haven’t incorporated truth into their thinking and lifestyle.
In building a firm foundation we must rec- ognize that going to Church and listening to Sermons is not enough. We need to desire and commit to letting God’s Word shape our mind, emotions and will. Always find Scriptures in the Bible that address your situ- ation.
As you read the Scriptures, look for God’s instructions, and begin doing what He says. Once you’ve experienced the blessing of
Obedience, you will be ready to apply what the Lord reveals about other aspects of your life. I have found that a good way to plant these truths firmly in the heart is to write them down and review them regularly.
One benefit of building truth into your life is Freedom. Areas of sin or feelings of in- security and inadequacy hamper us in so many ways. But when we believe Scripture and act on its truth rather than on the basis of our emotions or desires, we’ll realize that the Lord can overpower whatever holds is captive.
If we’ll let the truths of Scriptures fill our minds, guard our emotions, and influence our conduct, God will richly reward us.
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July 2015