My
vision for the future is critical to the decisions I make today. Too often I
have hindered the approach of tomorrow by over-attachment to things of
yesterday. Like a hiker who tries to lug along too much, I sometimes strike out
without first discerning between what will be absolutely necessary and what is
merely an emotional connection that must be surrendered. To follow hard after
what is best I must lay aside every hindrance. Father, You are my only hope to
reach the summit. You are already present where You are commanding me to trod.
I trust Your provision and divine care; You never miss a thing.
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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