Chasing
after God must be done in spite of many obstructions. I not only face the
difficulty of human selfishness, but also the twisted theology of contemporary
Christian culture; that personal fulfillment is on the same level of importance
as the will of God. A full stop at the Cross finishes this nonsense. Until our
greatest pleasure is to please our Creator and Redeemer there is continuous
struggle, but daily surrender brings abundant life and abiding peace. Father,
pull me back toward You when I pull away. Teach me to hold tightly to the finishing
work of Your death, burial and resurrection.
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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