As Christians we are called to have abundant life. It's something that's not often not considered or even thought of. There's a popular conception of the Christian as something less, as someone who does not live life to the same extent as non-Christians, especially non-believers.The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.
This is a lie. A half-truth, told to draw us away or keep us away from Christ.
It's an effort to keep us from looking at where true satisfaction comes from. Instead, it's an effort to draw us to look at the wrong things to build happiness and satisfaction. Work. Personal pleasure. Learning things. Or even just buying the next new toy.
Fulfillment and an abundant life comes from God, and your relationship for him. Beauty, strength, growth, eternity; all gifts from God, granted from Him in abundance.
I'm thankful for the abundance of life He has given to me. My wife and children; their health and general happiness. The joy I find in my family, friends and even my work.
Journal prompt: What is the abundance of life for you?
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