29
Apr '25

Holding On But Letting Go

Posted on Apr 29, 2025 in Devotions |

29
Apr '25
Introduction: Are there some things that you need to “let go” of? Music? Friends? Habits? Criticism? Fault-finding? Anger? Overeating? Spending? Fussing? What about complaining?

But on the other hand, are there some things that you need to “Hold on” to? Hold on to your faith in Jesus! Hold on to the promises of God! Hold on to your eternal security! Hold on to Hope in the Lord! Hold on to the Goodness of God!

Consider for a moment by “Holding On” to this devotion:
 

1. Let Go of Murmuring and Complaining! (Phil 2:14) – “Do all things without murmurings and disputings.”

The word “murmurings” is γογγυσμός (pronounced gong-goos-MOS). Technically speaking, it means grumbling or complaining. With all the troubles and trials that are coming against us daily, do you find yourself “pouting” instead of “shouting”? Are you going to “chose to lose”? Or, are you going to “make a choice to rejoice”?

 It is up to you! Why not make up your mind today? Remember: “Our Attitude controls our Altitude!”
 

2. Hold on to your Bible! (Phil 2:16) – “Holding forth the word of life; that I may rejoice in the day of Christ, that I have not run in vain, neither laboured in vain.”

The words “holding forth” are the Greek word ἐπέχω, which means to hold upon, to pay attention to, or to give heed to. In other words, Hold on!
 
Conclusion: If you can “let go” but “hold on”, then there is no doubt you will shine as a bright light through a dark night!
 
“That ye may be blameless and harmless, the sons of God, without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation, among whom ye shine as lights in the world.” (Phil 2:15)
 
TURN the LIGHT ON!

Love y’all,
Dr. Randy Reese

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