Making
well-informed and thought-through decisions is wise, but there is no dependable
substitute for divinely guided discernment. We need good judgment to
distinguish between inspired thoughts and selfish fantasies since they often
appear the same at first glance. The immature mind, driven by personal desire,
can be easily confused. Imagination is a wonderful gift from God, but like
everything else in this life, it must be deliberately brought under surrendered
obedience to God. Lord of Creation, teach me to truly submit my thoughts to You
today. Help me calibrate my dreams, desires and meditations to Your perfect
path.
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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