Scripture
warns: “every way of man is right in his own eyes.” The capability of the human
heart to get it wrong is stunning. The God-given creativity of thought we are
born with must be counterbalanced with the needed restraint of discernment and divine
wisdom or our imagination will run dangerously wild. Unsupported assertions and
cherry-picked information can be constructed into a seemingly airtight
conclusion when truth is not humbly and sincerely sought. Once self-deception
sets in it is very difficult to dislodge. Lord of Truth, tear down every
stronghold of deception in me and shine the light of truth upon every shadow of
darkness. Deliver me from the ways of man and lead me to Your ways by.
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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