The
garbage collection begins very early in my neighborhood; waiting until the
designated morning to take it to the street is risky indeed. So is waiting to
deal with internal garbage. Inappropriate thoughts, bad attitudes pridefulness,
small or large sins; all these must be sent curbside as soon as possible. If I
ignore the debris and just let it pile up it will soon transform my heart into
a place where anything can be dumped. Holy and Righteous One, cleanse my soul
from worldly rubbish. Forgive me for delaying removal of those things that
pollute. Help me cast to the curb all that displeases You.
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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