I saw a small
bird flying full speed with a hawk in hot pursuit. They swerved, rose and fell,
then darted into a patch of trees. I don’t know the final outcome, but it
seemed disturbingly familiar; I am often that little bird. While the chasing
hawk seems destined to win, I am not without advantages. Lord, thank You that
we each have more than we think. Help me run this race with speed and
dexterity.
A serious pursuit of godliness requires an equally serious renunciation of worldliness. Too often, we measure spirituality with false scales. While being wisely selective with our public vices we are less so with our private attitudes and perspectives. In reality, it is the thoughts and intents of the heart where the greatest battles must be waged; our actions will ultimately align with the condition of our hearts. Lord God, You know me inside out, You are not fooled by human facades. Plow my heart with Your Word and Spirit and leave nothing unturned. Refresh my inward man that I may outwardly glorify You in all places at all times.
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