CUSTOM DESIGNED

In a world of mass production, custom design is all the rage. Yet, when it comes to spiritual matters we all too often just follow the crowd. No one else can protect my heart from following after the wrong things. Only I can surrender my decisions to God; depending on others to do what only I can is not just foolish, it can be deadly. What may be perfectly permissible for another person could be disastrous for me. Imitating someone else’s path could lead me astray. I admire so many wonderful people and the things they accomplish, but I must allow God’s Word and Spirit to custom design my daily walk according to His plan. O Lord My Keeper, help me dwell safely in Your protective care. Corral my straying heart and bind me to Your will alone. Help me stay in my own lane.