Two words came to mind while in
prayer: ”give space.” The Presence of God can occupy any space, but may not be
recognizable in the junk pile of an overstuffed life. I once entered a simple
greenhouse surrounded by Moscow’s late winter’s ice and snow. Inside were
beautiful green herbs and vegetables; life in the midst of frozen tundra. Lord,
You own me. I want to yield every space to You. Grace for today.
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.
Father help us to work with you as you clean each room, every nook and cranny of our life. We are the clay you are the potter, help us to trust you more Daddy.
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