Romans 5

Romans 5

1 Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, 2 through whom also we have access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. 3 And not only that, but we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; 4 and perseverance, character; and character, hope. 5 Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us.
I wake this Monday in peace.  Miraculously, no fears or worries cloud my mind today.  This morning, I am choosing to simply bask in faith and stand in His Grace today! In Thanksgiving, I start my day; grateful for a multitude of blessings.  I know that God is constantly with me, molding me into a new man.  God, I humbly ask for your strength today.  I am nothing without you.  In the past, I jumped out of the boat, not on faith, but to vainly attempt to prove my self-sufficiency. I flailed, swimming with all my strength against the tide in rebellion, but was powerless and was swept away by a secular world of sin.  Lord, I am in the middle of the boat today,  Once again I am ready to step out of the boat, but this time on faith and your promises.  Thank you Lord, for you are a God of mercy and redemption.  I love you.