Calamities
happen, crawling into a cave of self-pity only deepens the problems. “Why me?”
Why now?” “Why this?” These questions only lead to greater sorrow. The right
question is “What”; ”what does the Lord require of me?” As it turns out the
simple prayer taught to children as they pray over their food begins with a keystone
principle: “God is great, God is Good.” Knowing the greatness and goodness of
God is vital for significant spiritual progress, especially when things seemingly
go wrong. Father, Creator of Heaven and Earth, I am at rest in Your limitless
care.
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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