I approach people with belief that they are created in God’s image and
so I look for the God-imprint within them, even in those who refute His
existence or contort it into some vain philosophy. This method has been mostly
successful but has its downsides. It requires keeping my own internal compass
accurately calibrated to God’s Word and Spirit. It also demands that I chose
carefully how closely I walk with someone, or how far. With wisdom, I may
associate those with whom I cannot have brotherhood. Lord, give me increasing
discernment. Help me choose comradeship wisely.
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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