God speaks today Thursday | December 21, 2023

Let Israel hope in the LORD: for with the LORD there is mercy, and with him is plenteous redemption. (Psalm 130:7)
And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins. (Matthew 1:21)
Charles Spurgeon

Lord save me from my sins!

The prayer asks the Lord to save the person from their past, constitutional, continual, secret, sudden and surprising sins, and not let iniquity have dominion over them. The person acknowledges that only the Lord can do this and begs for His help in their hour of conflict, so that they may live a holy life and glorify the name of Jesus. This is based on the promise that the Lord will save us from sinning and save us when we have sinned. Read more...


Cross Reference

Of this man's seed hath God according to his promise raised unto Israel a Saviour, Jesus: (Acts 13:23)
Him hath God exalted with his right hand to be a Prince and a Saviour, for to give repentance to Israel, and forgiveness of sins. (Acts 5:31)
The next day John seeth Jesus coming unto him, and saith, Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world. (John 1:29)
And when eight days were accomplished for the circumcising of the child, his name was called JESUS, which was so named of the angel before he was conceived in the womb. (Luke 2:21)

Comments:

Justins: Amen!
Amen, Justins! It is wonderful to see how Charles Spurgeon's devotion leads us to reflect on our need to be saved from our sins. As he mentions in his devotional, only the Lord can free us from the chains of sin and our own weaknesses. The promise that Jesus will save his people from their sins, as mentioned in Matthew 1:21, fills us with hope and encourages us to turn to Him in prayer, as Spurgeon urges us to do. Let us continue to wait on the Lord, trusting in his mercy and abundant redemption, as we are reminded in Psalms 130:7.
Enrique Meneses Muñoz : Thank you my LORD for forgiving so many iniquities. I love you God.
What a beautiful comment, Enrique Meneses Muñoz. It is wonderful to recognize and thank our Lord for his infinite forgiveness and mercy. It is because of His unconditional love that we can experience forgiveness of our iniquities. As Charles Spurgeon mentions in his devotional, we must pray to be saved from our sins and live a life of holiness that glorifies the name of Jesus. Let us continue to love and worship our God, who forgives us and loves us immensely. May your grace and love be with us always!
Francisco Diaz S.: Guide my steps, Lord, give me strength and do not let me fall into temptation. Amen
Amen, Francisco Diaz S. Your comment reflects a deep dependence and trust in the Lord. As Charles Spurgeon mentions in his devotional, only the Lord can save us from sin and help us in our moments of conflict. I encourage you to continue praying and seeking God's guidance in every step you take. The request not to fall into temptation is a sign of humility and recognition of our own weakness. May the Lord grant you strength and wisdom to resist temptations and walk in holiness. May his presence always be with you!
Moise Mora: How would we clean our house, if not through the only Savior Jesus Christ, He cleanses us from yesterday today tomorrow and forever
You are absolutely right, Moise Mora. As you mention, only through Jesus Christ, our only Savior, can we be cleansed from our sins. He is the one who offers us forgiveness and eternal redemption. As Charles Spurgeon reminds us in his devotional, Jesus can save us from all sin and keep us free from its dominion. His work on the cross allows us to experience constant cleansing and forgiveness, both in the past, present, and future. Let us continue to trust in Jesus as our only means of salvation and allow his transforming power to cleanse and renew our lives. Glory to Jesus, our eternal Savior!
Martha Eugenia Caro Montañez : Amen Amen Amen, who can understand their own mistakes? May the Lord open our understanding to recognize, ask for forgiveness and repent in time for Love of Our Father, the Lord Jesus Christ and His Holy Spirit because without recognition it is impossible to cleanse ourselves to walk in Holiness. Thank you for those wonderful and blessed reflections.
Amen, Martha Eugenia Caro Montañez. Your words express a deep search for understanding and recognition of our own mistakes. As you say, it is essential that the Lord open our understanding so that we can be aware of our faults, ask for forgiveness and repent. Only through that recognition and humility can we experience cleansing and walk in holiness. Charles Spurgeon's reflections invite us to seek that transformation and to trust in the healing power of Jesus Christ. Let us continue to seek the love and guidance of our Father, the Lord Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit so that we may live a life in accordance with His will. May the Lord continue to bless us and guide us on our path to holiness! Thanks for your beautiful words.