Whose I Am

Sometimes it is little nuggets of truth that best stick in our minds. I was at a youth leaders' retreat this past weekend. There were very good speakers and they all had good things to share, but the session that remains in my mind was one in which there was only ONE bible verse shared...and expounded on.

Acts 27:23 "Last night an angel of God whose I am and whom I serve stood beside me."

Take a minute or more and think about that first part..."of God whose I am"; WHO I am in God. I am His when I choose to have a relationship with Him. What does it mean to be His? It means I have THE best friend who will always be there for me, always have compassion for me (yet He will cry) even when I mess up, always love me. He will ALWAYS BE there for me...with me.

Whose I Am
Created in Your image~
An image with so many facets.
You understand my weaknesses~
To strengthen me by your power.
Yours forever humbled~
Knowing you guide my way.
Steps I take behind or alongside You
As You hold my hands~
Sometimes giving me a little nudge.
Lord, my heart, mind, and soul~
I place in Your hands.
My heart with all emotions,
For You to gently protect.
My mind with all my thoughts,
For you to challenge and purify.
My soul with my innermost being and character,
For You to shape into Your likeness.
I am Yours, Lord Jesus.
You are God;
Whose I am!

Take some time today or throughout this week to sit down with your Best Friend, Jesus. Realize WHOSE you are in Him then you will understand serving Him keeps the relationship alive as applying this little Bible verse to your heart, soul, and mind gives you the confidence and assurance to go about your daily living.