I love to find devotional books that bring freshness and depth to my quiet time with God. For several months now I have been blessed by reading Sarah Young’s Jesus Calling, Enjoying Peace in His Presence.
The unique thing about this devotional book is that it is written from passages of Scripture as though Jesus Himself were speaking them to you.
This morning as I have noticed how often feelings of failure swirl around in my mind, I read
“Do not be discouraged by the difficulty of keeping your focus on Me. I know that your heart’s desire is to be aware of My Presence continually.
This is a lofty goal; you aim toward it but never fully achieve it in this life. Don’t let feelings of failure weigh you down.Â
Instead, try to see yourself as I see you. First of all, I am delighted by your deep desire to walk closely with Me through your life. I am pleased each time you initiate communication with Me.Â
In addition, I notice the progress you have made since you first resolved to live in My Presence…
Rejoice in tiny triumphs, and they will increasingly light up your days.â€
Sarah Young, Jesus Calling, Integrity Publishers, 2004, p. 320