On a morning walk I saw a large hawk being chased
by a tiny bird. Small birds become very aggressive when a predator comes near
their nest; they use their agility and quickness to intimidate a much larger predator
and eventually the larger fowl flies away. In the same manner, I must be
vigilant and defiant to be a victor in life. At times I accept the presence of
hovering danger too quickly, thinking I am powerless to change my
circumstances. That is simply not so, the Greater One resides within me. “The
LORD is my strength” and “I can do all things through Him who loved me”. Blessed Lord, You have not left me
defenseless. Though my weapons seem small, they are “mighty through God to the
pulling down of strongholds.” Tweet! Tweet!
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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