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September 13 For thus says the high and exalted One who lives forever, whose name is Holy, “I dwell on a high and holy place, and also with the contrite and lowly of spirit in order to revive the spirit of the lowly and to revive the heart of the contrite. Isaiah 57:15 This is a remarkable verse which supports the first verse of the Beatitudes regarding those of poor spirit. A contrite and lowly spirit is one that is repentant—one that seeks restoration with the most high God. The indwelling Holy Spirit inspires and causes us to be contrite, for we ultimately know that we are inadequate within ourselves to lead the Christian life. God, in His grace, recognizes this and has chosen to dwell with those of a contrite heart. His purpose in doing this is to revive our spirit—to conform it to the Holy Spirit. He is consistently giving us hope and assurance, love and compassion, and above all a clearer understanding of the Christ-life. Our renewed hearts experience the joy and the inspiration of God as we walk on our journey through life. We can never repay God or even imagine the cost of Jesus’ sacrifice for us. We can only be thankful and full of praise for Him. Dear Heavenly Father we claim no merit on our part, but we acknowledge the infinite merit that is freely given as Your part of our life. Thank You for the continual revival of our spirit, and we recognize the newness and the purity of this new heart. Show us how to protect our heart and our spirit from the enemy. Above all we give You all the praise. Amen.. |
