“For the kingdom of God is not a matter of talk but of power.”
Three Ways We Can Abide in Christ
1. Set time every day to pray.
Having consistent time to go to God with thanksgiving and requests is an important element to abiding with the Lord. Just like relationships with friends and family, speaking with the Lord regularly and honestly is key to growing in His love.
2. Read the Bible.
God preserved His Word for every generation. Spending time learning more about who He is and what He has done for His people will expand the personal knowledge one has of the Lord, strengthening the relationship.
3. Actively seek the Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit is the Comforter sent to indwell - and abide - within each believer. Upon accepting salvation, the Spirit begins to transform the individual. The Holy Spirit cultivates the good fruits and character traits, convicts the individual of sin, and produces transformation. Seeking this element of God that actually abides with us teaches us to better abide with Him.
