Why give in to the convenience of discouragement? Despair
offers no rewards, but since it is so readily available, we take its downhill
path. The trail of trust is much steeper, but grants unseen vistas, still
waters, restored soul. The Lord is always our Great Shepherd, even when we are
wholly unaware of it or when we run and hide from His care. In the most
dangerous places where no one else may come along, I never trod alone, for He
never abandons His own. Shepherd of my soul, from sinking sand, You lift me,
With tender hand, You lift me, from stormy gale, You lift me. All is well.
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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