“The Lord looks down from heaven on the children of man, to see if there are any who understand, who seek after God,” Psalm 14:2 ESV. Having been born and raised in Florida, I’ve spent a great deal of time walking along on the beach. When I was very young, I marveled at some people’s ability to spot sharks teeth along the shore, and later learned the necessary techniques, becoming pretty good at it myself. Three principle things made the difference. I learned you have to know what to look for, secondly, you must spend sufficient time seeking, and thirdly, you must seek them in the right places. The same is true with seeking God. He is not hiding; He may be seen in every life moment if you apply these same principles of seeking. Holy Father, early will I seek you, constantly will I seek You. Lead me in the way of everlasting. Use me to lead others to 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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