"The thief does not come, except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly." John 10:10
Jesus spoke these words in response to questions asked by Pharisees, religious leaders who set the standard for Jewish spirituality. Because they remained critical, Jesus said they were deaf and blind, unable to recognize him as their Messiah. When he identified himself as the good shepherd who would lay down his life for the sheep, they said he was insane and to listen to him was not worth the bother.
Things have not changed. The devil still comes to steal and to destroy our ability to know and to hear the Lord. Praise God, Jesus still comes and speaks to us. Do we recognize him and hear when he speaks or do we listen to the enemy?
Today Jesus comes to speak faith into your heart. Enjoy life abundantly. Never let the thief destroy your joy when Jesus speaks to you.
ENJOY THE ABUNDANT LIFE! Listen when Jesus speaks. It is well worth the bother.
PRAYER: Lord Jesus, help me to perceive and resist the enemy who comes to deceive me. I treasure every moment I share with you. Thank you for abundant life. Amen