“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want…” Psalm 23:1 ESV. You know what follows, but this simple phrase says it all! So, why give in to the convenience of discouragement? Despair offers no rewards, yet since it is so readily available it is easy to take its downhill path. The trail of trust is a much steeper climb, but trusting Him grants unseen vistas, still waters and restored souls. God never ceases His tender care, He is “Yahweh Ro‘i “, “The LORD My Shepherd”. Even when we drift away from the fold or run and hide from His care, The Shepherd of Our Souls never loses sight of His lambs, not even for a brief moment. Though at times we try we simply cannot tread alone, for He will never, ever abandons one of His lambs. Blessed Yahweh, Ro’i, from sinking sand, You lift me, With tender hand, You lift me. Truly, all is well today and forever on the trail of trust.
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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