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Devotional: Keep the Message

August 13 2023
Posted by Pastor Toledo

In the words of 1 John 2:24-25, we are reminded of the eternal message that we heard from the very beginning of our faith journey. This message, the Gospel of Christ’s love and salvation, holds the power to transform our lives and keep us in union with both the Son and the Father. Just as a plant draws sustenance from its roots, keeping this message alive in our hearts nurtures our spiritual growth and deepens our relationship with God. It’s not merely a set of words but a guiding light that leads us to live in harmony with the divine.

In a world filled with distractions and fleeting desires, it’s easy to lose sight of the foundational truths that brought us to faith. The call to “keep in your hearts the message you heard from the beginning” is an invitation to maintain a steadfast connection with the core tenets of our belief. This is not a passive endeavor but an active commitment to let the Gospel influence our thoughts, actions, and decisions. When we do so, we experience a profound sense of unity with both the Son, Jesus Christ, and the Father, God. The promise of eternal life, mentioned in verse 25, becomes a reality as we align our lives with the timeless message of Christ. Let us, then, daily renew our dedication to holding fast to this message, allowing it to shape us and guide us in our journey of faith.

Questions For Meditation

  1. How does keeping the message keep us in fellowship with God? 
  2. Why is it that at times we don’t hold onto the message?
  3. What do we hold onto instead, and what happens? 
  4. How can remembering what God has done for us and hwo He is help us to hold onto the message? 
  5. How does holding onto the message help us reach the Father?


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