“THOUGHTFUL LIVING”
8). Good and upright is the Lord; therefore will he teach sinners in the way. 9). The meek will he guide in judgement: and the meek will he teach his way. 10). All the paths of the Lord are mercy and truth unto such as keep his covenant and his testimonies. 11). For thy name’s sake, O Lord, pardon mine inequity; for it is great. 12). What man is he that feareth the Lord? him shall he teach in the way that he shall choose. 13). His soul shall dwell at ease; and his seed shall inherit the earth. 14). The secret of the Lord is with them that fear him; and he will shew them his covenant. 15). Mine eyes are ever toward the Lord; for he shall pluck my feet out of the net.
PSALMS 25:8-15
Are you living thoughtfully and intentionally—even automatically (after the immediate memories of our nightly Revival passes)? It’s so easy to get up each morning, do our work, enjoy some relaxation or entertainment, and fall into bed each night without giving any thought to God’s involvement in our lives. But to be ignorant of how He has blessed, guided, protected, and warned us is a foolish way to live. Just consider the benefits of keeping our spiritual eyes and ears open throughout the day.
Those who are aware of the Lord’s presence during their daily activities enjoy the peace of knowing that He is always in control and working to accomplish His good purposes. Every day’s experiences with Him teach them to know and love Him more.
When we learn to see God’s footprints in our days, we will become aware of the scope of His involvement in our lives. Maybe He strengthened you for a task or opened a door of opportunity. Perhaps He guided your decisions or helped you respond in a godly way to a difficult person.
If our ears are open to the Lord’s warnings and instructions, we won’t repeat the same mistakes again and again. But those who are deaf to His voice will continue in unhealthy thought patterns, negative emotions, and foolish responses.
Each night before you go to sleep, take some time to reflect on the day’s activities. The Lord is constantly with you, guarding and guiding your way.
He wants you to see Him in everything and understand life from His perspective as you rely on His wisdom and power to face any challenge!
-IBC
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