A Nugget from New Life Network
(excerpts from Dr. Larry Ollison)
Scriptures for the Day (December 30, 2016)
Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. (Romans 5:1).
Formulas and step-plans are not always the answer to all the problems we have in life. But sometimes they can define and illuminate issues. With that in mind, here are seven keys to helping you live a life of peace.
1) You must know who you are in Christ.
As a Christian, you must know that you were made righteous at the moment you became a Christian and you must know that it was the blood of Jesus that cleansed you from all the unrighteousness in your life. Unless you know who you are, you are susceptible to the lies of Satan. He tries to confuse and make you think you are weak. Jesus said, “You are the light of the world” (Matthew 5:14) and, “Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.” (Luke 10:19)
2) You must know how your enemy works.
You must be able to clearly define the difference between right and wrong. Paul said in Second Corinthians 2:11 that we should not be ignorant of the devil’s devises, otherwise, he could take advantage of us. John 10:10 clearly defines the source of good and evil. The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
3) You must know what your goal and calling is.
You must be consistent with your personality and with your vision. You cannot waver as you head toward the calling that God has placed on your life. The only way you lose is if you give up.
4) You must not compromise your life.
Compromise for the Christian is the kiss of death to your testimony. The world will sit quietly by as you do the work of the ministry, but will leap to their feet and point their fingers if you compromise.
5) You must always be in faith.
Walking in faith will make you fearless. You must walk in victory and faith is the key. For we walk by faith, not by sight. (2 Corinthians 5:7)
6) You must forgive and love.
Faith will not work without love and love will not function without forgiveness. Forgiveness doesn’t mean compromise or condoning an evil act. For in Jesus Christ neither circumcision availeth any thing, nor uncircumcision; but faith which worketh by love. (Galatians 5:6)
7) You must acknowledge what Jesus has done and rest in His work.
In John 16:33 Jesus said, “These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.” Since Jesus has overcome the world, we can rest in peace with His victory.
And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. (2 Corinthians 12:9)
