“Where shall I go from your Spirit? Or where shall I flee from your presence?” Psalm 139:7 ESV. Time spent pondering the life-transforming power of God's Presence is time well-invested. Bidden, or not bidden, He is always near, yet He often remains unacknowledged. However, awareness and acknowledgment of His presence is a major game-changer. Upon awakening each day, I must recalibrate my mind, body, and spirit to recognize and welcome His Presence. Throughout each day I must practice disciplines that acknowledge His Presence. At the close of each day, I must rest in God’s Presence, casting all my cares upon Him, for He cares for me. Dearest Lord, grant me the grace to pull away from the dizzying anxieties of this world and lay my head on Your chest. Let my very breath rise and fall in cadence with Yours and help me be schooled in Your constant Presence.
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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