Before embarking upon any task it is important to attain the power and resources needed to finish the job. If we are to obey the Law of God we need to attain the power and resources to do so as well! No one wants to begin an important task and run out of necessary resources needed to finish the job!
Thankfully, Jesus helps us keep the moral commands of His Law. Christians have been given God's Holy Spirit who works within us to mold our will and direct our actions so we can be obedient to Him (Phil 2:13). We are empowered, encouraged and enabled to follow God's will for our life! We are not left to depend upon our willpower and moral fortitude for our obedience to God. God loves us too much to ever leave us alone! We see the realization of God's empowerment by our faith in what He has promised to do for us. Believe, trust and realize God's power in your life!
It is important to remember, we do not obey the Law of God in order to find favor with Him. We have found favor in the eyes of God because of His grace and our faith in the sacrifice of His Son for our salvation. BUT, we do obey the Law of God as a result of our relationship with Him and love for Him. What a gracious God who gives us the power to be obedient to Him, and therein, express our love for Him!
James
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