Pursuing the Lord faithfully and with zeal (with great energy; enthusiasm for a particular purpose) allows us to experience His glory on a deeper level. Through being with Him in fellowship, we are renewed as our hearts fill up with the joy of the Lord. It is true that we even exude radiance that only having spent time with God can give! This inner radiance attracts others to us, prompting them to want to know more about not only us, but about our amazing God.

Through the Trinity, we experience God in 3 forms:  Father, Spirit, and Son. The presence of each of these in our daily walk, gives us a heartfelt sense of love, belonging, and an unfailing bond with God; each igniting contagious enthusiasm within us to serve the Lord wholeheartedly.

Having energy and excitement while serving God enables us to lead more effective lives.  Furthermore, we are dependent on Him to guide us through daily life.

For in Him we live and move and exist [that is, in Him we actually have our being], as even some of your own poets have said, ‘For we also are His children.

We are blessed to have access to the joy of fellowship with Jesus daily. Therefore, more time in His presence means our lives will transform. We get a clear picture of what directives God has for us in life when we communicate with Him non-stop.

Zeal for doing God’s work gives us the endurance needed to carry out whatever it is God has called us to do. One way to look at it would be that enthusiasm is actually fuel for Christians! We become more vibrant and even more influential, as He fills our heart with love for others. God’s kindness, mercy, grace, and love is all around, we just have to seek Him first to experience it all.

Additional Verses for Further Study:

“I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.” (John 15:5)

“I am leaving you with a gift–peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid.” (John 14:27)

Prayer Starter:

Lord, I want to be more like You. I am renewed in body, mind, and spirit as I fellowship with You. Continue to give me energy and zeal in my daily life, so that I may be a light to others. You are marvelous and I love You. 

Wishing you all a great week!