Each
time I think I understand God’s ways and means He turns the diamond and new
facets of His splendor emerge. For the true believer there is no spiking the
ball in the end zone this side of Glory; there is no settling down and camping
where we are in this life. Every pilgrim must progress until the finish. Not
only am I satisfied in this constantly changing status, I am genuinely thankful
for it. I am being pulled toward eternal purpose that I cannot fathom but
instinctively know awaits me. So I’ll keep my shoes on until it’s over. Lord,
though I struggle in Your arms, You never let me go. Keep me moving toward Your
perfect will. Help me never miss a turn or stop unnecessarily. Keep me
progressing toward Your perfect will.
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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