Today
I will think thousands of thoughts. Neuroscientists estimate the average person
has a minimum of 20,000 “present moment” thoughts each day. Some have the
number as high as 70,000! I often over-think problems, mulling over the same
details ad nauseam. I do this knowing all along that the answers I most often seek
come from God alone. Yet, I ponder, reflect, get advice, ruminate and keep
trying to figure it all out. Will I never learn? An overcharged mind is no
substitute for a heart at peace and that is open to God’s voice of wisdom.
Blessed Lord Our Maker, Fountain of Wisdom, help me stay in perfect peace as my
thoughts are steady upon You. When my mind drifts away, pull me back to Your thoughts, Your ways,
Your Promises.
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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