Jerusalem is one of the world’s most ancient cities. Thousands of years of building and rebuilding have left its oldest sections buried deep underground. Almost constant modern excavations guarantee new treasures are unearthed daily by those who seek them. Each excavated artifact leads to greater understanding of the city’s true character. The work of God’s Spirit has the same effect within me. He exposes and removes the rubble and residue of the past. His Holy Work surfaces deeply imbedded treasures that God has uniquely arranged in each of us. These divine attributes, implanted by His Word and Spirit, are designed for God’s purpose for my life today. Lord God, Worker of Miracles, Grantor of Good, Creator of All Things, expose every part of my heart to Your Light and make all of me, all for You.
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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