I do love
God, but I realize that much of my love is polluted by self-interest and need.
When I feel blessed, which is the result of His unfailing goodness, the
intensity of my love rises, but steadily fades into the background as my
interests shift. When I am in need, I hunger more for Him, but my love-level
diminishes as comforts increase. Though He knows my fickle ways, He never backs
away. While I necessarily depend upon the unconditional love He offers, returning
it consistently is still far too difficult. Dear Father, help me today to be steadfast
in my love for You and others. Free me from my wanderings and bind me to Your side.
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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