Feeling
bulletproof as a thirteen-year-old and standing on black ice for the first time
I was sternly warned to be careful. Of course I ignored multiple warnings and
let go of the handrail foolishly declaring: “I can do this, I have good
balance!” Over the next few seconds I fell hard several times. I sheepishly
crawled back over to the handrail and pulled myself upright. Lesson learned; I
need good counsel and guardrails for life. Father of Light, my actions must
rest on truth and my lawless judgments held in check. My wrongdoings know no
limits, therefore I am blissfully shackled to Your Word and Spirit.
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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