What Can I Offer

"The New Testament notices things that do not seem worthy of notice by our standards. “Blessed are the poor in spirit . . . .” This literally means, “Blessed are the paupers.” Paupers are remarkably commonplace! The preaching of today tends to point out a person’s strength of will or the beauty of his character— things that are easily noticed. The statement we so often hear, “Make a decision for Jesus Christ,” places the emphasis on something our Lord never trusted. He never asks us to decide for Him, but to yield to Him— something very different. At the foundation of Jesus Christ’s kingdom is the genuine loveliness of those who are commonplace. I am truly blessed in my poverty. If I have no strength of will and a nature without worth or excellence, then Jesus says to me, “Blessed are you, because it is through your poverty that you can enter My kingdom.” I cannot enter His kingdom by virtue of my goodness— I can only enter it as an absolute pauper." Chambers. My Utmost For His Highest

When we realize that we have nothing to offer God.  That we come to the throne empty handed.  That it is the righteousness we have in Christ that has gained us entrance into God's presence. Then ... That is the beginning of wisdom and understanding.  

Keep your eyes on Jesus today. Look full on his wonderful face and the things of earth will grow strangely dim. In the light of His glory and grace.  Keep shining.

Blessings. Charley. Sent from my iPad