From Day To Day – Andrew Murray

“The inward man is renewed day by day.” – 2 Corinthians 4:16.

There is one lesson that all Christians should learn, namely this–the absolute necessity of fellowship with Jesus each day. This lesson is not always taught at the beginning of the Christian life, nor is it always understood by each one who desires to follow Christ. The person should realize that the grace they have received of the forgiveness of sins, of acceptance as God’s child, of joy in the Holy Ghost, can only be preserved by the daily renewal in fellowship with Jesus Christ Himself.

Many Christians backslide because this truth of daily fellowship with Jesus is not clearly taught. They are unable to stand against the temptations of the world or that of their old nature. They strive to do their best to fight against sin, and to serve God, but they have no strength. They have never really grasped the secret: The Lord Jesus will every day from heaven continue His work in me. But on one condition–the soul must give Him time each day to impart His love and His grace. Time alone with the Lord Jesus each day is the essential and indispensable condition for Christian growth and power.

Read Matthew 11:25-30. Listen to Christ’s word: “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” Matthew 11:28-30.

The Lord will teach us just how meek and humble He is, so we can be likewise. Bow before Him, tell Him that you long for Him and His love, and He will let His love rest on you. This is a thought not only for young Christians, but for all who love the Lord, and this book is designed to help those who desire to live this life of fellowship with Christ. I will try to put the message as clearly, as lovingly, and as urgently as possible.

For Christ’s sake, in order to please Him, and for my own sake, to enable me to enjoy this blessed experience each day, I will learn the lesson, to spend time each day–without exception–in fellowship with my Lord. So will my inner man be renewed from day to day. May your spirit be daily refreshed by the Lord as you decide to spend quality time with Him meditating upon His Word.

Andrew Murray