I have
made steady spiritual progress throughout my life, yet many issues seem to
recycle. Though I find myself fighting the same battles over and over again, it
is comforting to know that my Creator and Commander will finish what He started
in me. The final outcome is not dependent upon my resolve alone, “For it is God
who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose.”
Therefore, while I may still be a “work in progress”, there is a finish line. God
will complete what He has begun! Father, banish every futile resistance from my
soul. Mold me into a faithful servant, pleasing to You in all my ways. Dearest
LORD, leaving nothing untouched or unreformed. I am at rest in Your tender and
capable care.
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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