Kept by the Power of God

 

Kept by the Power of God

Scripture

“Who are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.” — 1 Peter 1:5

Personal Reflection

My perseverance does not rest upon my grip on Christ, but Christ’s grip on me.

Contemplation

Do I find my assurance in my consistency or in God’s power?

Puritan Quote

John Owen wrote, “The perseverance of the saints depends not on their own strength, but on the immutability of God’s love.”

Prayer

Lord, keep me by Your power when my strength fails.

Application

Thank God today that your salvation is guarded by Him, not by you.

Providence Guarantees Final Glory

 

Providence Guarantees Final Glory

Scripture

“He which hath begun a good work in you will perform it.” — Philippians 1:6

Personal Reflection

Providence does not merely escort us through time; it ushers us into eternity.

Contemplation

Is my hope anchored in present deliverance or final redemption?

Puritan Quote

Richard Baxter wrote, “Our home is above; here we are but travelers and strangers.”

Prayer

Father, finish the work You began, and keep my eyes upon the shore.

Application

End the day with thanksgiving that your salvation will not be lost.

Waiting Is an Act of Faith

 

Waiting Is an Act of Faith

Scripture

“My soul, wait thou only upon God.” — Psalm 62:5

Personal Reflection

Providence often moves slowly so that faith may mature deeply.

Contemplation

Do I wait with patience or with irritation?

Puritan Quote

John Owen said, “The greatest patience is to wait silently for God to speak in His providence.”

Prayer

O God, make waiting a school where I learn to trust You more.

Application

Practice silent prayer for five uninterrupted minutes — waiting without asking.

Providence Makes Bitter Things Sweet

 

Providence Makes Bitter Things Sweet

Scripture

“All things work together for good to them that love God.” — Romans 8:28

Personal Reflection

Goodness is not measured by sweetness but by sanctification.

Contemplation

What unwelcome providence has become a blessing in disguise?

Puritan Quote

Thomas Brooks wrote, “Afflictions are but as a dark entry into our Father’s house.”

Prayer

Lord, sanctify my sufferings and make them servants of grace.

Application

List the three hardest things God has used for spiritual good.

Providence Prepares Us Before the Trial Arrives

 

Providence Prepares Us Before the Trial Arrives

Scripture

“The LORD will provide.” — Genesis 22:14

Personal Reflection

God did not provide the ram when Abraham left home, but when Abraham needed it most.

Contemplation

Do I despair too quickly when I cannot yet see the provision?

Puritan Quote

William Gurnall wrote, “God gets His tools ready before He sets His workmen to the task.”

Prayer

Prepare my heart for future obedience before future trials arrive.

Application

Recall one instance where God’s provision came “just in time.”

God Uses Storms to Wean Us from the World

 

God Uses Storms to Wean Us from the World

Scripture

“Arise, for this is not your rest.” — Micah 2:10

Personal Reflection

Affliction loosens my grip from the things I cannot keep and directs me to the things I cannot lose.

Contemplation

How has suffering redirected my affections toward heaven?

Puritan Quote

Thomas Watson wrote, “God’s rod is a pencil to draw Christ’s image upon us.”

Prayer

Wean me from the world, O Lord, and draw my soul upward.

Application

Fast from one worldly comfort today and meditate on heaven.

Life Under Grace Part 4: The End of the Matter

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