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rivers and swilling brew? These are but commercialized distractions from one of
the greatest apostles of all time. This Wales-born child was captured and enslaved by the
polytheistic and brutal Celts. After escape as a young man, Patrick became a
re-born servant of God. Years of faithfulness, study, servanthood, character
development, and ordination followed. Then, in missionary zeal he went back to
the Irish enslavers to change a nation. This is Patrick. While celebrating what
has become a secular holiday, remember the powerful witness of a life well
lived. Lord, thank You for those who point the way. Let my life be defined by
Your High Calling.
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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