When
guiding a child through a delicate passage, a father’s finger in a tiny fisted
hand is sufficient. Trusting the guidance, learning from the lessons of passage
and holding on firmly are the tasks at hand for the child. Honestly, though
much progress has been made, I am still that child hanging on for dear life.
Thankfully, my Heavenly Father has not withdrawn His finger in disgust or indifference,
but continues to extend His protecting hand; and I am still clinging tightly to
His Presence. Lord God and Father, You are my Helping Hand, Yours is the Command
of Safety and You Alone are the Way of Life.
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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