The devil knows our number. He knows what he can throw out to get us off the track that God has us on. He knows which buttons to push to make us begin to doubt God's way, to lose faith in the plan God has laid out for us, to start living in a way that isn't pleasing to God.
We have to stay vigilant against the tricks of the enemy. Joseph is a perfect example of what it means to stay on task. He had the opportunity to commit adultery, but he stayed true to the Lord and fled the scene. He had every right to grow bitter while he languished forgotten in jail, but he maintained his connection with God. Even when he held the perfect position to exact revenge on everyone who betrayed him, he remained righteous in the eyes of the Lord. (Genesis 39-43)
Out of Joseph's steady walk of purity and love for God, he was exalted to a high position and was able to deliver his whole family from famine. He gained riches and honor, prestige, and fame. All because he stayed true to his faith.
Distraction can lead to temptation which can lead to sin. We all have moments where we pause and have to choose between right and wrong. Let's make the devil angry today and choose the right thing to do! No matter if no one will see or know of our decisions, let's always choose the righteous path in God.
No matter how much you may want to go the wrong way, remind yourself of what happened to the men mentioned at the opening of this post. Then remember what happened to Joseph. Which chapters do you want to have included in your life story?
Verse of the Day: “Today I have given you the choice between life and death, between blessings and curses. Now I call on heaven and earth to witness the choice you make. Oh, that you would choose life, so that you and your descendants might live! You can make this choice by loving the LORD your God, obeying him, and committing yourself firmly to him. This is the key to your life. And if you love and obey the LORD, you will live long in the land the LORD swore to give your ancestors Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.” Deuteronomy 30:19, 20
Thank you very much. But sometimes ... I am so tired.
ReplyDeleteIndy, I know the feeling. It is not always easy to live a Christian life. But, be encouraged! I am praying that God renews you with His strength, fills you up with His love, and keeps you by His grace. You are not alone, but the Lord is with you.
ReplyDeleteContinue to seek the Lord and He will renew your strength and cause you to be victorious! (Isaiah 40:30, 31) Have a blessed day...