COME AS YOU ARE (7)
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DATE: WEDNESDAY, 4 OCTOBER 2023
So, in conclusion beloved, “Come as you are” is a typical demonstration of God’s profound beauty of love. Yes, this is true. The parable of the prodigal son encapsulates its essence. It shows that God’s invitation is not dependent on our past actions, but rather on our willingness to return to Him in humility and repentance. We don’t have to clean ourselves up before coming to God; He accepts us in our brokenness and sin. And the Bible says in Luke 15:20,
Bottom of FormSCRIPTURE: “So he got up and went to his father. But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him.” – Luke 15:20 (NIV)
REFRESHING FOR THE DAY: Ultimately, the parable of the prodigal son is a story of hope and redemption. It assures us that no matter how far we’ve strayed, God’s love is always ready to welcome us back, embrace us, and lead us into a renewed and transformed life. Stay Refreshed!
NOTE THIS: “Come as you are” is not a one-time invitation; it’s a lifelong journey. God’s love continually calls us to draw near, to surrender our burdens, and to experience the fullness of life in Him.
RESPONSIBILITY: So, beloved, come as you are, with all your imperfections and brokenness, and experience the profound and transformative love of our Heavenly Father.
PRAYER: O LORD JESUS, we come to You just as we are, with sincerity of heart, please give us the grace to experience Your love that knows no end and give us peace, in the name of Jesus’ Amen!
PROPHETIC WORD: As we come to Jesus today, may we experience God’s undiluted love in our lives, in the name of Jesus’ Amen!
BIBLE TEXTS: Luke 15:20, Matthew 11:28-30
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