I picked up a small stone in my shoe while walking. It was so tiny I
could hardly see it, but could go no farther until it was removed. Little
things are often our demise; as King Solomon pointed out: “The little foxes
that spoil the vines”. For God, everything is small in comparison to Himself,
yet He scrutinizes even the tiniest details. There is a lesson here: It is
harmful to ignore lingering issues that need attention. Once I get into a
rhythm I don’t like to stop, but minimizing things can lead to much bigger
disasters. Father, nothing is hidden from Your eyes, help me to recognize
hidden, debilitating issues. Sit me down at Your feet that I may learn to walk
in full freedom.
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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