In the midst of the current global economic, political and security challenges, the temptation appears strong to give up on hope and give in to despair. It is equally possible, however, to cut into a reset or reboot mode, and come up stronger and more determined to live life, successfully and to the limit. Be encouraged that the month of August provides such an opportunity. August is the eight month, and eight is spiritually regarded as the number of new beginnings. Its akin to the opportunity a football team gets to put in their best and win the match during the second half, after the rest and pep talk that accompanies the half-time whistle. To be renewed means to be revived, refreshed, reloaded, refilled and new. More than the physical implications, to be renewed means to enter a covenant relationship with God through the mystery of new birth.
The Bible gives us ample examples of how we can be renewed. Isaiah 40: 29-31, tells us “He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint” NIV. The Message version renders this same scripture in an interesting manner: “He energizes those who get tired, gives fresh strength to dropouts. For even young people tire and drop out, young folk in their prime stumble and fall. But those who wait upon God get fresh strength. They spread their wings and soar like eagles, They run and don’t get tired, they walk and don’t lag behind” Thus waiting upon or hope in God is a sure recipe for us to receive strength to navigate the challenging times we live; we are empowered to soar above circumstances. Another scripture of note is Romans 12:2 “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.” If we must win the battles of life and enjoy a successful Christian journey, we must, through the word of God imbibe heavenly standards. The inward change in our lives produces an outward manifestation.
No matter from which perspective we look at it, God is calling us into a season of renewal in which we triumph over existential circumstances and emerge into a glorious Christian living. Our four-part series for the month of August, “Be Renewed”, examines how this renewal can be our lot and what impact it can make in our lives. Join us this and every Sunday as we explore the theme
God bless you.
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