Recently, huge thunderstorms
dropped by. Menacing dark clouds, angry wind, brilliant lightening, explosive
thunder. Minutes later, the storm
left an unexpected gift: a soft golden glow through delicate mist. An indescribably beautiful moment
granted by an angry storm. O Lord my God, when I in awesome wonder, consider
all the worlds Thy hands have made. My soul sings Your Greatness.
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.
How great is our God!
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