“Then He went down to Capernaum, a city of Galilee, and was teaching them on the Sabbaths. And they were astonished at His teaching, for His word was with authority.” Luke 4:31-32. Never in history have so many words been spoken by so many people in so many languages. But volume and quantity are easily dismissed when one hears words spoken with authority. This is why our ears and hearts should remain attuned to God’s Word over all others and our own words cleansed and guided by His. “Death and life are in the power of the tongue and those who love it will eat its fruit” (Proverbs 18:21). Our lives become a point of life, blessing and enlightenment when our words are first soaked in God’s Word. LORD of Truth and Light, cleanse my heart and mind of words without meaning. Use my mouth as a fountain of blessing and truth.
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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