January 28

Heart Surgery

Circumcision is circumcision of the heart, by the Spirit, not by the written code (Romans 2:29).

Scripture: Romans 2:25-29

Song: “Since Jesus Came into My Heart”

I have a friend who had a heart problem. His heart was not operating at full capacity. He was unable to function normally. Walking wore him out and running was out of the question. His heart could not receive enough oxygen; that is, until he underwent heart surgery. In time he was able to work, walk, even run. His life was totally changed, thanks to his physician.

Paul tells us circumcision and the law is based on works. Christianity is based on faith. Works follows faith. In other words, faith leads to works. Works do not lead to faith.

If we have a spiritual heart problem, the first step toward wellness is putting our faith in Jesus Christ. The Holy Spirit operates a spiritual circumcision of the heart. Our spiritual heart becomes fully functional as we trust Christ. Good works follow as we walk in His righteousness and our life is totally changed, thanks to our Great Physician.

Thank You, Father, for Your great healing, changing power through Your Son Jesus Christ and for Your Holy Spirit’s transformation in our lives. In Christ my Savior, redeemer, and healer, amen!

January 28–February 3. Ruth Myer and her husband were in church ministry for 35 years and are now retired in Florida but still active in church. Ruth enjoys playing the piano, creating puzzles, pool aerobics, and getting together with friends.