Advent Devotional – 12.14.2021
Sherrill Carter
How Jesus Makes a Difference in My Life
Deuteronomy 31:8 “The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.”
2 Corinthians 12:9 “But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”
Matthew 15:16 “Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.”
Colossians 3:12 “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.”
Psalm 119:105 “Your word is a lamp for my feet and a light on my path.”
My Lord and Savior is EVERYTHING to me! I can’t imagine what my life might be like without Him in my life. I am grateful for the support, guidance, and teachings from my parents, pastors, Sunday school teachers, Bible school, and church camp that led me to accept Jesus into my heart at an early age. God has blessed me with a wonderful family.
Through illness, career changes, and difficult times in my life, God heard my prayers, and my faith and trust in Him grew stronger. I have faith in knowing that the Lord is with me through any storm I face, and promises to never leave me or forsake me. God has provided strength in my weakness, and I have felt God’s love surrounding me, giving me peace and comfort. God’s power is displayed in my times of weakness.
With the many ways to circulate messages today, it becomes more difficult to determine what is false and true in this world. I am thankful for the Bible as an essential resource in seeking truth found in scripture and the Holy Spirit that guides me in helping discern right from wrong. In this dark and troubled world, God has called us to be the light that shines to others. My hope is that others will see the light of Jesus in me in acts of kindness, love, and compassion.
Thank you Jesus for your love, faithfulness, and gift of grace. I pray that your light will shine through me to those who are hurting and lost. Help me to fulfill your purpose and will for my life.