A personal religion is something that is individually claimed. It is special and very intimate. A personal religion occurs when you commune with God. Are you experiencing that special relationship that is unique to you and God?
“Religion means the making of a daily consecration of yourself to God.” The Signs of the Times, January 16, 1893.
- Pray: “Here, Lord, am I, Thy property; take me, use me today. I lay all my plans at thy feet; I will have no way of my own in the matter. My time is Thine; my whole life is Thine. Thou hast bought me with a price.” Manuscript Releases, 21, 307.
Religion means “meekness and lowliness of heart.” Medical Ministry, 22.
- Pray: “I am nothing and Thou art everything. Thou hast said, ‘Without Me ye can do nothing’ (John 15:5, last part). Now Lord, I must have Thee abiding in me, that I may abide in Thee.” “Ellen G. White Comments,” The Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary, 1092.
“It [religion] means to take everything that comes to you as a blessing, to let praise flow back to God. …” The Signs of the Times, January 16, 1893.
- Pray: I praise Thee for every opportunity to confess my faith in the face of danger, and amid sorrow, sickness, pain and death because I know that all things work together for good to them that love You and that are called according to Your will.
“At morning, noon, and night we should meditate upon the goodness and love of God, that we may know God; for this is life eternal. The Father has given the best gift, the greatest treasure of heaven, to us, and we are of value to God, and should render praise to Him.” Ibid.
“Evening, and morning, and at noon, will I pray, and cry aloud: and He shall hear my voice.” Psalm 55:17.
“The Lord says, ‘Whoso offereth praise glorifieth Me.’ As we praise God, the soul becomes strong in spiritual power.” The Signs of the Times, January 16, 1893.
Personalize your walk with God each day by opening your heart to God, not once, not twice, but continually throughout the day. Make sure you take special times for special prayers as shared herein. Make a daily consecration to God.
Father: Breathe new life into my soul for I sincerely desire to serve Thee; touch my lips with a live coal from off Thine altar and cause me to become eloquent with Thy praise. Make me strong to bear courageous testimony to Thy truth. And most of all, Father, help me to walk with Thee moment by moment each day.