Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love,
    for I have put my trust in you.
Show me the way I should go,
    for to you I entrust my life. (Psalm 143:8)

Have you ever looked at a newly  Redeemed child of God?  No matter how old or young they always have that look of peace and light about them. They are truly a different person now. (John 3:3)

I would love to now look like when I was newly redeemed and also when I was baptized and people noticed and commented on the difference in me. Of course I told him it is not me but God in me, They saw the Lord in my life and soul. (2Cor 5:17)

Years later as I see the newly redeemed I wonder if I still have that same look. Most likely not. Not everyday at least, and if I’m honest with myself – too few. (2Peter 1:9)

But when watching a new series on TV, I watched some people (acting for tv, of course) who met Jesus in person and their changed demeanor about their soul encouraged me.

I asked myself what if I got up every day and started my new day as if I just met Jesus for the 1st time. A lot of things will be different. (Colossians 3:17)

I wouldn’t worry so much about things because I would be reminded of what’s most important  – redemption. (Matthew 6:34, Isaiah 44:21-22)

I will be reminded of the coming kingdom and that this is all temporary so a lot of this nonsense that bothers me on a daily basis,  I would not react the same way to it. (Romans 8:18)

I would be more excited about talking about my redemption and what’s to come and share it more.  I used to. Where did that go? (Galatians 3:13, Matthew 9:37)

I would probably have people look at me in a different way and ask for the hope in me and the change. I will be excited to share about the Christ once again. (1Peter 3:15)

I would once again share all the good things He has done for me and still does on regular basis. (James 1:17, Mark 5:19)

I would probably enjoy my life more and get up excited about the new day, and witness exciting things what God will do for and through me. (Romans 12:11, John 10:10)

Yes, I need to focus on what’s ahead more, and not let the world change me into a cynical quiet sleeper. (Jeremiah 29:11)  I need to regain that inner flame of hope and boldness. (Hebrews 4:16) My mouth needs to share more about the good things in His name, and less about the falling world and politics. (Psalm 138:3)

That starts with me.  It is my choice. I already made that choice many years ago.  I pray He emboldens me with new fire and joy. (1Thes 2:2)

Amen.  Thank you Lord!

But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you, with meekness

(1Peter 3:15)