A Full Life Found In Jesus
“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” (John 10:10)
Devotional Thought: In our culture, it is easy to believe that accolades, accomplishments, or bank accounts equal a full and satisfying life, but Jesus came to preach a different message. Jesus tells us that living a fulfilling life is more about what is in our hearts than what is in our wallets. Jesus promised us a rich and satisfying life and it is important for us to remember that Jesus always fulfills His promises. This rich life is not necessarily full of material possessions, but full of love, peace, power and hope.
When we live by this fulfillment principle, we find real strength and security because we are exactly where the Good Shepard wants us to be. David Guzik said “Abundant life isn’t an especially long life. Abundant life isn’t an easy, comfortable life. Abundant life is a life of satisfaction and contentment in Jesus. Jesus says all these things are found and fulfilled only in Him.” If you are looking for fulfillment in anyone or anything other than Jesus the truth is you will be left lacking every single time.
Prayer: Lord, help me live fully in You, finding true joy and purpose through Your love. Help me to trust and believe You that a full and fulfilled life is found only in relationship with You.
Follow-Up Activity: Write out every area in your life where you have attempted to find fulfillment in. Ask the Lord to forgive you for looking for this satisfaction in anything but Him and write out some ways you can seek fulfillment in God alone.
