In the Light

Yesterday in church we sang "In the Light" by DC Talk.

I keep trying to find a life
On my own, apart from you
I am the king of excuses
Ive got one for every selfish thing I do

Whats going on inside of me?
I despise my own behavior
This only serves to confirm my suspicions
That I'm still a man in need of a Savior.

This was a great reminder for me. I'm still a man in need of a Savior. When I became a follower of Jesus, I realized full-well that only Jesus, and He alone, could offer me the forgiveness of sins, fellowship with God, and hope for freedom from sin's curse and power.

Why can't I live everyday with that type of dependence upon Him? Why can't I see that my only hope to live for Him is with that same degree of faith. I will stumble and fall day after day unless I put all my hope and trust in Him.

Jesus, I need you as much today as I did all those years ago. My only hope is You. I can't deny myself, take up my cross and follow You with my own strength. You said, "Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart; and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light."

I can't do it on my own. I am spiritually bankrupt without You. The weight and pressure of attempting to "pull-off" a spiritual life without you is impossible. Laboring through the day trying to be a spiritual role model is a labor and a heavy burden. Displaying the greatness of God with You, Holy Spirit, is beyond a burden.