Living in Daily Communion with Christ

Living in Daily Communion with Christ

In our walk of faith, it’s easy to fall into the trap of viewing our relationship with Christ as a one-time event—something we experienced at a revival, a baptism, or a powerful moment of repentance. But the reality of living in Christ’s love requires a daily communion with Him. It is not just about overcoming sin but about stepping into a new way of life—one marked by His grace, His presence, and His sustaining power.

Becoming Yoked with Christ

One of the greatest lessons I learned in my journey of recovery was that I could not fight against sin and win. A young man once shared this powerful realization:

“The turning point in my repentance with Christ was when I realized I couldn’t fight Satan and win… I steered my direction into the love of Christ. Instead of fighting my wants and ‘favorite sin,’ I replaced them with my wanting for Christ; I wanted to be with Christ more than I wanted to sin.”

This truth changed my life. Instead of exhausting myself trying to fight addiction on my own, I surrendered and became yoked with Christ (Matthew 11:28-30). His power, not my own, is what carries me through each day.

A Daily Walk in Grace

Grace is not just the starting point of salvation—it is the sustaining force of our daily communion with Christ. Brad Wilcox’s teachings in “His Grace Is Sufficient” reminded me that grace is not just a back-up plan when we fall short; it is the power that enables us to move forward. In my recovery, I learned that being saved by grace is not about working harder—it is about staying connected to Christ, relying on Him in the small, daily battles.

The Power of Godly Sorrow

I once believed that guilt and shame were my enemies, but 2 Corinthians 7 speaks of a different kind of sorrow—godly sorrow—that leads to true change. When I hit my lowest point, losing my wife and ten children to my addiction, I had to face the reality that my sin had consequences. But in that pain, I also found the hand of God reaching out, offering cleansing, redemption, and a new heart. That moment of deep sorrow became a turning point.

Francis Chan’s teachings reinforced what I was learning: true repentance isn’t about avoiding punishment—it’s about longing to be close to Christ. Godly sorrow leads us back into communion with Him.

Prayer, Study, and Meditation: Strength for Each Day

In my early days of recovery, I learned that daily prayer and scripture study were essential. This was more than just a checklist—it was a lifeline. In Step 11 of the addiction recovery program, I embraced prayer, meditation, and study as tools to align my will with God’s. Just as a traveler needs a compass, I needed scripture to guide my thoughts, words, and actions every day.

I love the imagery in Layne Boothe’s poem:

“Through dreary, deserts lost I roam

I fight to find the way back home

Through rivers wide and mountains high

When off the path the heavens cry”

Without staying rooted in Christ, we wander. But when we commit to daily communion, we find our way home.

Living in the Light

My personal invitation, the song “Come Back to the Light,” was given to me in a moment of divine inspiration. It was a call—not just for myself, but for anyone searching for hope. Living in daily communion with Christ means choosing His light over the darkness of sin. It means embracing His love, allowing His grace to transform us, and sharing that light with others.

As Robert Frost so beautifully captured:

“Two roads diverged in a wood, and I—

I took the one less traveled by,

And that has made all the difference.”

Walking with Christ is not always the easy road, but it is the one that leads to lasting peace and joy.

Final Encouragement

Whether you are overcoming addiction, seeking a deeper relationship with God, or simply longing for more of His presence in your daily life, remember this: do not fight sin—run to Christ. Live each day in communion with Him through prayer, study, and surrender. Let His grace sustain you, His light guide you, and His love transform you.

Come back to the Light. He is waiting.