3 Keys to Abundant Life

Several weeks ago I attended a conference called Exponential.  One of the points that really stuck with me was the idea of Identifying abundant life.

The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly. (John 10.10 NKJV)

3 Keys to Abundant Life

1. Joy – the emotion evoked by well-being, success, or good fortune or by the prospect of possessing what one desires.

   Therefore my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices; my body also will rest secure, because you will not abandon me to the grave, nor will you let your Holy One see decay. You have made known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand. (Psalm 16:9-11 NIV)

   Are you filled with joy?

2. Peace – a state of tranquillity or quiet

   You have filled my heart with greater joy than when their grain and new wine abound. I will lie down and sleep in peace, for you alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety. (Psalm 4:7-8)

   Is there peace in you heart?

3. Righteousness – acting in accord with divine or moral law: free from guilt or sin

   He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. (Psalm 23:2-4)

   Are you walking in God’s righteousness?

Abundant life is not a gimmick. It is a gift from our creator. If you are not living this, then stop right now and examine your life.  What have you allowed to come in and steal your joy, your peace, your righteousness (or right relation with God)?

Make a fresh commitment, to both yourself and God, to living within His abundance!