Obedience
to the voice of God must not be put off. We often justify our slow response by desiring
to act when conditions are perfect. The problem with this course of action is
obvious, conditions are rarely perfect. Fear and doubt are fueled by delay,
growing stronger with each passing moment. Unless obedience is prompt, it is
nothing more than polite disobedience. Swift compliance, however, has the
opposite effect; immediate embrace of God’s will fuels our faith and invites
His blessings. O Lord My Peace, not my will, not my ways, but Your will and
ways must prevail. Ignite my heart and order my steps.
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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