The Apostle Paul declared: “what may be known of
God is manifest in them, for God has shown it to them.” Therefore it is
clear; God speaks to and through each of us. As in all things created, His
voice and knowledge are not limited to reading Scripture alone; they are manifest
within us as well. We are warned not to “add to”” His words, but we mix in
carnal things nonetheless. So it is not lack of His voice and knowledge from
which we suffer, rather, it is the endless additions we pile upon His
revelation that hurt and confuse us. Holy Father, by Your Spirit, cleanse all
earthly mixture from Your Manifestation in and through me.
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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