“But who are you, O man, to answer back to God? Will what is molded say to its molder, ‘Why have you made me like this?’” Romans 9:20 ESV. I sometimes fall into the trap of personal comparisons, wondering why others seem to have an easier path to spirituality than I. But this passage snaps me back in place. First of all, why would I question my Heavenly Maker’s handiwork or wisdom? Secondly, I never really know another person’s inner struggles, and Thirdly, since I do not know the end game, who am I to try to predict what I should be like. False comparisons are useless, even dangerous! I can be inspired by others, but not their duplicate. I will never be like anyone else; even of those I admire and consider so spiritual. In the final analysis, I must trust my Father’s wisdom. LORD, forgive my insolence. I trust Your handiwork and know I am Yours.
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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