Politeness
is a sign of maturity and culture, but there is no such thing as polite
disobedience. If it is in my power to act on God’s directives, but I choose to
delay, then I am rightly held accountable. It is very simple really; we
promptly serve the one we love the most. The test of love is not so much the
size of our response as much as it is the speed of our love. Unrequited love is
painful to the human heart, how selfish it is to inconsiderately grieve God by
resisting His will. Father, You deserve my immediate surrender and obedience.
Forgive me and deliver me from my defiant delays.
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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