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The divine power that surged within me, I realized, was not mine but His. It had given me everything I needed for a godly life, fueling my faith with His own glory and goodness. The knowledge of Him, the one who had called me, became my guiding light.
I found myself in possession of great and precious promises – His promises. Through them, I began to participate in the divine nature, my heart echoing His love and mercy. I felt as though I had escaped the corruption of the world, its darkness replaced by the radiant light of His presence.
With this revelation came a deep sense of responsibility. To uphold His promises, to embody His love, required more than just faith. It demanded action.
I resolved to add to my faith goodness. I strove to be kind, understanding, patient – to reflect His love in every interaction. In turn, this goodness nurtured knowledge within me. The world opened up in ways I’d never seen before; its complexity became a source of wonder rather than confusion.
Knowledge led to self-control. Temptations abounded but now held no power over me. I was no longer a slave to my desires but a master of my own actions.
Self-control cultivated perseverance within me. Every hardship became an opportunity for growth, every challenge a stepping stone on my journey towards Him.
Perseverance then bred godliness – an understanding of what it truly meant to live a life devoted to Him. I found myself seeking His will in all things, guided by a deep-seated desire to please Him.
From godliness sprouted mutual affection – an ability to empathize with others and share in their joys and sorrows. I saw people not as they were but as He saw them – beautiful souls worthy of love and kindness.
Finally, all these qualities culminated in love – pure, unconditional love that echoed His own for us. It filled every crevice of my heart, driving out fear and doubt.
As I possessed these qualities in increasing measure, I found myself growing in my knowledge of Him. I became more effective and productive, my life bearing fruit that glorified Him. My existence, once ordinary, was now imbued with a divine purpose.
Yet this was not the end. It was merely the beginning of a lifelong journey towards Him, a journey filled with His love and guided by His divine power.
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