2023 11 02

Good morning.

When it comes to choices, we are wise if we take the time to pray and consider the consequences. Even the unremarkable choices we make each day are able to impact our life. 

We all have need of things like food, companionship, and sleep. While our desires for them are natural and God-given, they can become the driving force in our life if we aren’t careful. The Lord’s priorities are contrary to what the world considers important. Unless we guard our heart (Proverbs 4:23), we can easily be lured by pursuits with no lasting worth.

It is easy to make a rash decision because the immediate return seems good. Eve didn’t contemplate what might happen if she ate the forbidden fruit; she focused on the short-term benefit. Samson didn't think about repercussions from interactions with Delilah.

We need to pause and pray about the possible outcomes of our choices and actions. "Commit your way to the Lord ; trust in him and he will do this"  (Psalms 37:5)

Let your prayer be the same as that of Moses. "If you are pleased with me, teach me your ways so I may know you and continue to find favor with you.”  (Exodus 33:13)

Blessings.

Mike and Daphne