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CONTINUITY

Text :  John 8:31. 

Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed;

Basically, there are two kinds of disciples,- the professing disciples and the practicing disciples. While the former professed to be by words, the later follow in deeds, that is by actions. Now, the later are referred to as 'disciples indeed.'

The disciples indeed are those who continue in His words.

From our text, it's clear that not all who believe in Jesus are truly Jesus' disciples. While Jesus was addressing all those who believed in Him, He pointed out that only those who continue in His word are His true disciples. 

It is good to believe, but believing alone is not enough,  you must continue to obey His instructions. 

James 2:19 says You believe that there is one God. That’s fine! Even the demons believe that and tremble with fear. 

Don't just profess to be a disciple just because you believed in Him, ask yourself: "Am I following His commands?" 
"Am I obeying His instructions? If you continue in this light, then you are His disciples indeed.

Anything short of this  makes you a mere believer and not a disciple. 
 Acts  2:42  says And they (the true disciples) continued steadfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers. Continuity is key. Are you steadfastly continuing in Him?

Bible  Reading:

John 8:31-36.

PRAYER FOCUS

1.) Father God, please grant me the grace to continue in your word.


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