Welcome back! How is Nehemiah chapter bearing out for you? It has given me much to ponder about God and his ways. For example, he never changes in his holiness. And he wants to give us the opportunity to get things right with him. What has stood out to you about God?
For today, be sure to read Nehemiah 9:29 before you go any further.
“We have not ceased to pray for you and to ask that you may be filled with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, so that you will walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, to please Him in all respects, bearing fruit in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God.” (Colossians 1:9b-10, NASB)
There are rules for operating a vehicle. Rules for how to make minor or major repairs. Rules to keep it legal to drive, like paying for auto insurance and DMV registration. Tires must be rotated to get the best wear out of them. Headlights need replacing when they go out.
If we don’t follow these rules or best practices, we can end up with a ticket, a broken down car, and expensive repairs we could have avoided.
Why do I march into the day without reading God’s word? Why do I step into my own groove part way through the day? Who do I treat people the way I want to rather than how God instructs me to? Why don’t I pray before every decision?
Do you don’t relate to my list of questions? Are there any you would add?
This time of sheltering in place has made me more aware of where I fall short of God’s will. I am grateful for Jesus all over again because I have a hope while walking through this time. A hope of continual relationship with our Abba.
Lord,
Reveal to me any way I am rejecting your will. I want to live today for you. To be captivated and in agreement with your plan. Thank you for the hope of life through Christ. Thank you that although I may not know how to repair a car, you know how to repair me.
Colossians 1:9-14 is a beautiful way to pray for others. If you have a chance, sit with these verses and pray them over your family, friends, and church.
“Scripture quotations taken from the NASB. Copyright by The Lockman Foundation” http://www.lockman.org/