Developing your links with God the Father & Jesus Christ his Son.

One of the most seemingly difficult relationship issues we can have as Christians, is getting the right balance with the Father and with the Son. How often do we talk to God our Heavenly Father, and then, on the other hand, how often do we talk to the Lord Jesus?

At the outset, relationships and how deep they get, depends on communication between the parties involved. If you talk with a friend frequently, you are building a bridge of trust and mutual understanding. Similarly, with spiritual dialogue we are also building those strong relationship links!

I am reminded of a tragic bridge collapse that occurred in Hobart, Australia in 1975 and which at the time, had the effect of separating the western and eastern sections of the City. The disaster was caused by a bulk carrier vessel crashing into the Tasman Bridge which spans the Derwent River. The impact resulted in a large section of the bridge collapsing into the river below. Apart from the lives lost in this tragedy and the transport problems caused, it also severed a vital connection between Hobart and it’s eastern shore. The incident also had significant social effects on the communities concerned.

When I reflect on my own Christian experiences the most important times are when I have repaired and strengthened my relationship with Jesus Christ. Without Jesus we become separated from His enabling grace in our lives. So really it’s all about bridge building! A strong relationship with Jesus also keeps us in touch with the Father.

Jesus Christ himself, reminds us to stay linked to Him. This means a pro active relationship expressed in prayer, strengthened and cemented by the Holy Spirit. Jesus also maintains our relationship with God, enabling us to pray to Him at any time, at any place, and in any circumstance. It is a dual relationship that we have, both with the Father and with his Son, the Lord Jesus Christ.
Ref. Tasman Bridge Disaster – Wikipedia.
Bible Ref. 1 John 1:3