Hey people, here's a short devotion I cam across which I found really meaningful.
For this commandment which I command you today is not too mysterious for you, nor is it far off. (Deuteronomy 30:1)
The Christian life is not difficult. The same Christ who lived a perfect, obedient, and sinless life stands prepared to live it again through you (Gal. 2:20). Gods will is not hard to discern. He has given us the Scriptures, which reveal His will, and He has placed His Holy Spirit within us to guide us to His perfect will in every situation (John 16:13). Our greatest challenge will be to wholly commit our lives to follow Gods will obediently as He reveals it.
Moses gathered the Israelites around Mount Ebal and Mount Gerizim before they were to enter the Promised Land. There, God described what they had to do in order to obey Him. God gave detailed instructions so there was no mistaking what was expected of them. Then God asked them to make a choice. If they chose to disobey His commands, they would face His wrath. If they chose to obey, they would receive His blessing.
Gods Word comes to you in the same way. It is not too complex to understand. You dont have to struggle to discern Gods will about adultery or forgiveness or honesty. Gods word is perfectly clear. The question is, how will you respond? Nowhere in Scripture did God excuse disobedience because His instructions were too vague or complex. Condemnation came because they knew exactly what God wanted them to do, yet they chose not to do it! God, through His Holy Spirit, will always give you sufficient revelation and strength to take the next step with Him. If you are uncertain about what God is asking of you, make sure that you are obeying all that you do know, and through your obedience, Gods next instruction will become clear.
Source: Christians in Friendster II
Reminds me on how to live life. Went out with my joy again. I do admit that I was a little distracted though, instead of turning to my books all the time. (But hey, I did learn some stuff, k?)
Same concept applies to religion. NEVER let other issues distract you from doing the work of God. He has His instructions set out for you. Obey it, you'll get blessings. Disobey it, and that's it. Simple.
Well, that should be all. Gonna leave for the library now.
*And to my beloved, all the best. May God grant you wisdom in all that you do, that you may stand firm to the end. Love you.*
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