January 21, 2015 – Smriti "Simmi" D. Isaac

“This is how we know we’re living steadily and deeply in him, and he in us: He’s given us life from his life, from his very own Spirit. Also, we’ve seen for ourselves and continue to state openly that the Father sent his Son as Savior of the world. Everyone who confesses that Jesus is God’s Son participates continuously in an intimate relationship with God. We know it so well, we’ve embraced it heart and soul, this love that comes from God.“

1 John 4:13-15 MSG – A verse of the day from the Bible presented in Eugene Peterson’s contemporary version called The Message. Accompanied by a personal reflection below.

I think it takes some time for a new believer to remember these truths; to remember that the personal acceptance of Jesus as the son of God and the savior of the world dwells within you, and the Holy Spirit also resides within you. How this all happens is a mystery but to those who believe it is a reassuring, comforting, and empowering thought.