Keeping God’s Word close to Your Heart
I was just reading in Proverbs chapter 6, and I was reminded deeply the strong importance of knowing and living God’s Word. I was reminded the importance of never letting our guard down, and to always be ready – never become comfortable or think that we are in a place where we can or will not fall!
Do you know why I say that: “Look at King David from Scripture.” He was a man “after God’s own heart.” Do you see how easily he was overtaken by his lustful heart? This guy wrote most of the Psalms. He had a great relationship with God. But still yet, you let your guard down just for a second, and Boom! It is to late.
We all make mistakes. We all struggle with things in our lives. We are going to fail and be overcome by temptations sometimes. To get to a point to where we can be victorious over these temptations, we must be prepared; we must be ready at every second of every day!
In 2nd Samuel Chapter 11, if David would have been doing what he was supposed to do, how would things have been different? That is usually how it happens. We get comfortable and we let our guard down. That is all it takes. You may think, “Oh it really is not that big of a deal.” If you think like this, I deeply feel sorry for you! Your life and your spiritual well-being are a huge deal! Do not keep believing lies and keep having a poor view of your self-worth! God says that you are the apple of his eye! You were created in His image and His likeness. He loves you and gave His Son so that you could live! Does that not move you in a positive direction? Does that not make you question some of your very decisions right now at this very moment?
David’s sin caused a series of lies and deception that cost innocent people their lives. When I was overcome by sinful behavior, it also hurt people that did not deserve it, and those closest to me where deeply affected by the consequences of my sin!
If you do not want to change for yourself, let the drive of those you love spark that fire in your heart. Let their love point you in the direction of God’s love. Where do you think we got love from? God 1st loved us. That feeling you have for your wife, son, daughter, brother etc. That is the same feeling that God has for you – yet even in a stronger way! We cannot love like He does. His love is pure, unchanging, never failing, eternal!
Let this drive you into his arms! If you read this and it touches your heart and you feel that spark – I want to know. I want to know how God is changing your life! Let this be the day you start to overcome these temptations in your life. Let us do it together.
Be Encouraged, Chris
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