Big
cities can become drab, grey and unwelcoming in the deep cold of winter.
Recently, I looked out the window of my hotel room at such a dreary sight.
Closing the curtains felt good as I put behind me a day I would rather not
repeat. The next morning, upon opening the curtains, I was surprised to see that
everything had been softly and quietly covered in snow, and I had slept through
it all. I had been totally wholly unaware of the transformation while it was
happening. The formerly unsightly image was now a winter wonderland of beauty;
clean, fresh and inviting. In like manner, the Spirit of God transforms my
life, often without me realizing it until later. Blessed Father, You
continually renew all that is within me, covering, transforming and bestowing
Your Glory.
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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