January 6 | Know Jesus

“By this we know that we have come to know Him, if we keep His commandments.” 1 John 2.3

Reading: 1 John 2

To know Jesus is to obey Him.  I love how Eugene Peterson defines the Christian life saying, It is a long obedience in the same direction.  Jesus’ commands are not burdensome, but instead glad- get-to’s for those who know Him.

Prayer: Lord, let me not complicate knowing You daily.  Let me simply obey You.  Though temptations come, be my help to say, “no” to that which is not of you and “yes” to You.  Help me to walk in the same manner as You walked.