Every earthly resource is exhaustible. Trusting in
whatever we have gathered for the future is as useless as when the Israelites
tried to store away manna only to have it "breed worms and stink". Life deals blows
that shake our hope, but allowing pain or fear to shape our behaviors is the
wrong course of action. My earth-born inclinations are dispatched by the
glorious victory wrought in knowing God’s limitless provision. When “The Lord Our
Provider” wants to act, He has inexhaustible means and power. Blessed Father, You
are Lord of All. Forgive my foolish attempts to live in my own strength. Teach
me Your ways and lead me in the way of everlasting.
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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