April 9 - Intercession

Ephesians 3:12

12 In him and through faith in him we may approach God with freedom and confidence.

John 14:6

6 Jesus answered, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me..."

It is obvious, in the scriptures, that we cannot go to God unless it is through Jesus Christ. Christ lived his life out on this earth in the flesh, died on the cross, and resurrected in order for us to approach the Lord in prayer and request. I think it is especially important to note that we can approach God with freedom and confidence.

It's not just access to talk to God. It is the freedom to believe that He is the sovereign ruler and His Son paid the ultimate price for that freedom. No one can stop you or I from believing in God or the love that is unconditionally flowing. Even if someone were to kill me, my belief and faith would carry on with my spirit to see God face to face...then that reveals a whole other source of freedom. Life in heaven with God Almighty is offered for free, as long as you believe.

The confidence I have through Christ is within the gospel. My faith is founded upon the word of God. Can I communicate with God? Yes, through Christ that is made possible. The Bible is an intricate part of what I believe and how I am supposed to live out my life. I have confidence that in Genesis chapter 1, God is the Creator and all things are made through Him. I also have confidence that in Revelation chapter 22, the prophecy of Christ returning will be carried out perfectly and magnificently. Everything between? Absolute and complete confidence that it is God's word.

If you do not know Christ as savior, there is no way to communicate with God. I am thankful that Christ has made a way for me to approach God...