When
headed on a road trip I like an accurate ground plan before departing. But in
chasing after godliness, I am not capable of mapping out God's incredible will
in advance; I must trust Him to reveal it in each step of obedience. He has
promised to “guide the steps of the righteous.” Frankly, I prefer more
foreknowledge than just one step or two. Advanced guidance seems reasonable,
yet faith must be developed God’s way rather than my own. Lord, I am pleased to
do it Your way. Deliver me from the terror of imagined perils to come and teach
me the daily walk of faith and cheerful trust.
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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