“And he came and preached peace to you who were far off and peace to those who were near.” Ephesians 2:17 (ESV)
Growing up, I didn’t like who I was. I was bullied and was told I was ugly. I didn’t fi t, I was smaller than everyone else, and I had a speech
impediment. I felt like an outcast, literally feeling like this world was not my home.
Decades later, in a jail cell in a small town in South Dakota, I would pick up the Word of God, seeking for refuge. As I read the holy Scriptures, Jesus was preaching to my heart and brought me close to Him. He ministered to me through His living Word.
I learned that He died for sinners like me. I devoted my life to Him, and I was adopted as a son into the kingdom of God. His invitation
extends to you, as well. No matter your situation, if you are struggling with addiction, maybe someone hurt you, or you may feel you are not where you want to be in this life—I encourage you to remember the finished work on the cross.
In Jesus’ name is where you will find the peace that is beyond human understanding. In Jesus’ name is where you will find hope and love. Repent and be saved, then let the Holy Spirit begin to work in your life. Hide your identity deep in Christ, where the enemy can neither steal, kill or destroy.
– Mark Little Elk
Council Fire is a collaboration with Intertribal Life Ministries and Native Evangelical Fellowship of Canada.
The Council Fire Daily Devotional Book Set is available on the Intertribal Life Ministries website.
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