Family Ties

"Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit." (Galatians 5:25 NIV)

These are not just idle words. As Christians we have the Holy Spirit in us. This Spirit convicts us to do better. It is often the voice of reason we hear, sometimes called our conscience. The Holy Spirit prods me to be a better person, to take a better path than I have in the past. My goal is to keep in step with the Spirit.

In Romans 8:14 we read, "For those who are led by the Spirit of God are the Children of God."

Child of God, what a fantastic title. I love to think of God as my father. From the beginning of my faith journey, I discovered comfort from this title. To think of God as father means I am a part of a huge family. When reading from my Bible, I know I have lots of other relatives; cousins, aunts and uncles, and oh, so many friends. I sometimes consider Paul a good friend, one who understands my failures because of his own.

Jeremiah 31:33, "...I will put my law in their minds and write it on their hearts. I will be their God and they will be My people."

Belonging to this great big loving family is such fun. It is a challenge too, but the fun outweighs the difficulties. One of the most meaningful times in the day is first thing when I grab my coffee, journal and Bible...oh, my colored pens too. It is during these personal times that God gets right down to business with me. Some days I feel his pleasure, others, I sense He wants and expects more. I always try to respond accordingly.

He is my God, and I am one of His people. How great is that!

Galatians 5:16-25