Problems appear and grow larger. After recognizing there is a problem, calculating all known factors, characterizing why it exists and seeking the advice of others, there are many occasions when no human input will suffice. But when all earthly efforts are fully exhausted there is more, much more. In that crucial, divinely arranged moment only one choice will suffice, we must turn our heart to hear from God’s Word, we must turn our face to the wall and pray to the Lord Our God. No human intervention is necessary or welcome in that instant, it is holy space where only the Almighty may speak. It is not a place of desperation; in fact, it is where hope begins. O Lord my God, at the finish of all my effort Your Glory is unveiled.
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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