A Year 4 Transformation: Day 335-Building Yourself Up in the Most Holy Faith

Passage of the Day:

But, dear friends, remember what the apostles of our Lord Jesus Christ foretold. ¹⁸ They said to you, “In the last times there will be scoffers who will follow their own ungodly desires.” ¹⁹ These are the people who divide you, who follow mere natural instincts and do not have the Spirit. ²⁰ But you, dear friends, by building yourselves up in your most holy faith and praying in the Holy Spirit, ²¹ keep yourselves in God’s love as you wait for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ to bring you to eternal life, Jude 1:17-21.

Reflection:

Later today, thousands of families will be reunited around a dinner table. As the traditional American family has evolved in this progressive age, these visits may not be as pleasant as you remember as a child. Yet, this doesn’t mean that you can’t celebrate Thanksgiving as George Washington intended back in 1789. This holiday was initially set apart for a day of prayer and public thanksgiving. Perhaps, this year a new tradition can begin, inspired by the words of Jude. Build up one another, praying in the Holy Spirit so that Thanksgiving becomes a spiritual turning in your faith.

Prayerful Action:

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. ⁷ And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus, Philippians 4:6-7.

Fueling your Faith this Spiritual Season:

Thanks to social media, thanksgiving has become a rare expression of faith. Meanwhile, anonymous individuals make it their daily ambition to trash and verbally abuse anyone who disagrees with them. This dumpster fire has no place for Thanksgiving festivities and traditions. May you set the tone tonight with your heart and mind fixated on affirmations, charitable actions and prayer.

Song of the Day:

Final Thoughts:

While Ray Boltz’ witness isn’t what it once was, God still uses songs inspired by the Holy Spirit. May Thanksgiving Day and the lyrics of Thank You build yourself up in the most Holy Faith.

by Jay Mankus