“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I consecrated you; I appointed you a prophet to the nations,” Jeremiah 1:5 ESV. How comforting it is to know that I am no accident. We are each created with God’s purpose and forethought. With that in mind, I am particularly thankful for THIS day. God knew what I would need in life and so just two months to the day after I was born, another baby was born. My Sharon was designed and destined to be the most important person in my life. We finally met at age 16 and have been together ever since. She has brought abundant happiness to innumerable people around the world, but none more than I. Today is Sharon’s birthday. Happy Birthday My Love. LORD, lift up Your countenance upon Your special child Sharon and may You return to her heart Ten-fold the blessing she has been to so many others, and especially to me.
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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