Indestructible Inheritance
by Suzanne Benner
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In His great mercy He has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade – kept in heaven for you??? (1 Peter 1:3,4 ).
Peppers that have turned to mush, carrots with moldy tips, cucumbers which have mysteriously liquefied – these are the things I discover in the crisper drawer of my refrigerator.
Unraveling sweaters, ragged bottomed jeans with holes in the seat, misshapen T-shirts of indeterminate color – these are the things I encounter in my closet.
Forgotten friendships, ruptured relationships, death’s separation – these are the things I am reminded of in my photo album.
It seems that everything around us rots, breaks, wears out, tarnishes or outright dies.
Before you give in to despair, remember that there is one thing that does not fail.
Our inheritance in Christ can never perish, never spoil, and never fade. It is eternal. It is permanent. It is indestructible.
We can rest secure in the promises of God. They will not fail.
~God, we are so grateful to You for the secure future we have in You. The things of this world will all fade away, but You and the inheritance You give us are eternal.
About the Author
This devotional was written by Suzanne Benner. Read more about Suzanne: http://www.talk.thelife.com/authors/suzanne-benner/
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Lord Jesus:
Where two or more are gathered.
Forgive my sin and hear my prayer.
I pray for healing for Donna’s very good friends, Randy and Sharon.
Sometimes we don’t understand why we go through these health challenges.
Thank you for hearing our prayers and giving us peace in our hearts.
Thank you for your healing love.
In Jesus precious name I pray.
AMEN
Please pray for my friend Randy who was diagnosed with a brain tumor last week. He is going to the hospital today to see a nero surgeon. Also Randy,s wife my best friendSharon who I have known since childhood just found out her sister has very progressive breast cancer.
I pray Lord that u will put your healing hands on both of them. I will put their healing in your devine hands.
In Jesus Name I Pray,
thankyou, Donna
I began feeling overwhemled with resentment for my 22 yr old son who still lives with us, and I was letting my emotions get the best of me. I needed to be reminded of this scripture. I read my bible daily and do my best to abide by the scriptures, but sometimes when you live with a rebelious child it gets to you and it’s very difficult.
I have been praying for some answers to this constant problem with our 22 yr old son, he is very selfish, uncaring, greedy, and is dating a premiscious 21 yr old girl, and having sex, we want him out of the house but he says he won’t be leaving until 4/07. We need him to move out sooner but don’t want it to be a hurtful thing, we cannot bare his attitude, his morals, or his priorities any longer. He was raised in church but you wouldn’t know it if you knew him now… I’m disappointed in him and what he has become as a man and can just pray and send him on his way.
Thank you Christian Woman Today for this scripture, the Lord is always right on time, He is never late, He is always perfect! PRAISE THE LORD!
Do I struggle with believing the inheritance I have in Christ is indestructible? huh, not destructible. I have to admit there are times i do, as much as i beleive God help my un belief. How does knowing i have a secure future impact my present? “The spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of Gos: And if children, then heirs; heirs of God. and joint-heirs with Christ; if so be that we suffer with him that we may be also glorified together”{Romans 8:16,17}. It help me to see how great he is and how complete his provision is from day to day. He has assumed all responsibility for me; made me compleste. Knowing this impact my present with assurance and peace. For he said “If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you” {John 15:7}. ~Dearest Father in Heaven, “Your word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path” {Psalms 119:105}. I will bless the Lord at all times: your praise shall continually be in my mouth. Bless the Lord, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name. Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benfits; from the rising of the sun to going down of the same the Name of the Lord is to be praised. My Lord and Savior, I love you and you are faithful that promised{Hebrews 10;23}. Praise you. God bless all, and may we all keep on keeping on for his Kindgom. Bettye
Jesus tells us in His Word to build our treasures in Heaven,where theives cannot steal, and things will not rot,,this promise gives me the strength to know that there is better things ahead,just hold on,,,all in this world will pass away,,but MY Word ,says the Lord will never pass away,,,let not your heart be troubled,neither let it be afraid(John 14)…An indestrucible inheritance,what a blessing to look forward to…thank you Jesus,,,Blessings to all,,,
dee
God’s kingdom come . Eternal destiny with the King of Kings . How can we exchange for a momentary pleasure of sin with an eternal joy with HIM ? God’s mercy be upon us all to remain faithful in all of our calling . May His abounding grace see each one us through all the days He has written in His plan for us . May we bring others to Him that they too be written in the book of life eternal . ANd have the same inheritance we have in Father God , Jesus and the Holy Spirit in the strets of gold in heaven . God bless us all more & more always !!!
Praise God Crystal. God’s mercy endureth forever. It is the hour we must pray for each other and lift each one up to the Lord. God bless all the readers and may the Lord strengthen our lives to do the task he has called us to do in these last days. Hold on my sisters in Christ for the Lord sees all that we are all going through. It’s those who endure until the end.
I want to say thank you for all of you who prayed for my family. He has pulled through well and he now has a stint in his heart. Bless you all! Thank you Lord for your wonderful mercy on my family. I am so grateful to you. My heart is so full with your love. Thank you God for everything!
Lord Jesus:
Thank you for your indestructible-inheritance.
We become richer by giving.
I love you Lord.
Bless all who read this today.
In Jesus name I pray.
AMEN
Father, Thank you for the reminder that my inheritance in your kingdom is indestructible. That knowledge keeps me free from worry about the future. No earthly inheritance can compare! I thank you for this website and its repeated reminders of your constant love for us. Let me be transformed into the woman who confidently invests what I have to do your will. All that I have, my home, my friends, my career, my family…you have given me. Along with those blessings, you have given me freedom to choose whether to use them for my will or yours. Let me always choose your will.
In Jesus precious name,
Amen
Lord-Thank you for being all that I need. For it is in You alone that I am sustained. My daily bread – I give thanks for you. You are my only constant in the last few months moving 2000 miles away from everything familiar. And just when I thought things may “unravel” there You are holding me. My glue that binds- I love you Jesus
All things will pass away, even bad times. Remember my friend who is having a difficult time in her life right now.
I give glory to Lord for today. Blessed be your holy name.
Thank you Heavenly Father for these words- you always seem to give me what I need to hear, however that may come about throughout the day. Lord you are so worthy to be praised. I thank you for giving me the strength to get through today- and for filling me with all of you Lord. I want none of my own will, my own manipulations… All i want is you and your love and words to flow from my mouth. Give me wisdom and knowledge and a loving and understanding heart today. I am SO EXCITED to see my future unravel before my eyes today Lord- each day is bringing me closer to what you have in store for me. You have already blessed me so much- let me be thankful for the blessings I do have rather than always seek more blessings… Hallelujah Lord- you are GOOD!!!!
Dearest Lord, help me knowing that most people I work with has become a bad people in the world , If my boss learn something what was going on with them , she should grow and trust in these people , beliving and growing closer to christ , If Lisa change she would trust in me .. the more she feels confidence knowing I am doiing a good work in lord’s way ..
amen
Dearest Lord, help me this day to revel in your eternal promises as I walk your path in my life. Annie
Dearest Holy Father,
Thank you that you never change – You are the same yesterday, today and tomorrow! More than anything I thank you that even though everything will one day fade away, Your word remains true and will not die. Thank you for your promise of eternal life and the Holy Spirit that provides life and help daily.
Lord, how we need you. I lift up in prayer all the women who are in need of your power and love this day. Draw us all closer to your heart. May we be filled with all that we need from your hand. Provide for every need, wipe every tear, and tend to every weary soldier in Christ this day. Amen
This is so true, thank you 4 reminding me. Shalom!
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