For His divine power has bestowed on us [absolutely] everything necessary for [a dynamic spiritual] life and godliness, through [d]true and personal knowledge of Him who called us by His own glory and excellence. 2 Peter 1:3 AMPC

Beginning this new year of 2020, it’s not uncommon for us to find ourselves looking introspectively at our life, thoughts, and feelings.  Reflecting on what was and what we expect and desire from the days ahead. 

When I read 2 Peter 1:3, I am struck by a couple of words specifically. Words that have the power to give us encouragement and insightful perspective for this new year.   First of all, Divine Power, that would be God’s Power.  Secondly the words life and called.  These words speak volumes to who we are and to our mission as travelers here on this Earth. 

Peter in this verse is speaking to those who are fellow Christians, those who have accepted Christ and surrendered their lives to His will and are submitted to following His way.  We are given the revelation of our life-giving power source and it is Divine in nature.  God has by his divine power given to us absolutely EVERYTHiNG necessary for life and godliness.  Who does not want life and Godliness? LIFE, real living, not just existing but the kind of life that is abundant. The kind of life that can only be found in Christ Jesus.  Godliness, which none of us are capable of living on our own.  We will never be good enough or righteous enough but through His divine power he will give us the ability to live a life of godliness. The pathway is through a true and personal knowledge of Him who called us.

The Called, that is you!  The Shepherd is calling for you.  For those who don’t know him He’s calling for you to come, His arms are open wide.  For those of you who know Him, he’s calling for you to come deeper, to trust Him more, seek Him more, desire Him more! You are called by His own glory and excellence. Will you answer?

The beginning of a new year may bring feelings of hope and expectancy but for some terror or dread.  As a believer live life knowing that God has already supplied all that you need. Rise to your calling and choose to live life connected to the one true life giver, Jesus Christ.

PRAYER: Heavenly Father I thank you that you are my life giver and source of life. Forgive me for when I have tried to do it on my own. I ask you to fill me with the knowledge and understanding of your will for my life in Christ Jesus. AMEN