In this world of hectic rushing and material clutter, we need to be careful to let God direct our paths. Distractions are around every corner that capture our attention and steal our focus away from Him. It may seem like it's easier to put our own hands on the wheel instead of letting God steer our course.
Imagine driving down a narrow road that gets curvier by the mile. We pass road signs, then hazard postings, then flares, but we take no head of them and continue at our speed of choice. It's only a matter of time before we drive off the cliff, right? We can avoid these hazards on the road of life by creating personal schedules that designate private time spent listening for God's direction. You will show me the path of life; In Your presence is fullness of joy. Psalm 16:11a
In Matthew 16:24-26, we are urged to follow God, to actively seek and abide by His teachings. Then Jesus said to his disciples, If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow me What good will it be for a man if he gains the whole world, yet forfeits his soul?'
Making time for personal intimacy with your Creator requires self-discipline. Self-discipline is more than self-control. It's not just about saying: No. to chocolate or limiting time in front of the television set. Self-discipline of a Godly nature is the act of regulating our own activities for the sake of discipleship. Therefore, strengthen your feeble arms and weak knees. Make level paths for your feet,' so that the lame may not be disabled, but rather healed. Make every effort to live in peace with all men and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord. Hebrews 12:12-14
This can include limiting what we eat or drink, maintaining a physical fitness routine, making time for daily devotions, or eliminating curse words from our vocabulary, but the intent is deeper. Our purpose in life is to draw nearer to God, and we're promised great peace when we make this our focus. Now that you know these things, you will be blessed if you do them. John 13:17
It's easy to overlook the common root of: DISCIPLine and DISCIPLeship. To be a disciple means to follow in the example and under the charge of another. We need to practice self-control so that we can hear God's directions and be followers of Christ disciples. If you want to enter life, obey the commandments. Matthew 19:17
Imagine driving down a narrow road that gets curvier by the mile. We pass road signs, then hazard postings, then flares, but we take no head of them and continue at our speed of choice. It's only a matter of time before we drive off the cliff, right? We can avoid these hazards on the road of life by creating personal schedules that designate private time spent listening for God's direction. You will show me the path of life; In Your presence is fullness of joy. Psalm 16:11a
In Matthew 16:24-26, we are urged to follow God, to actively seek and abide by His teachings. Then Jesus said to his disciples, If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow me What good will it be for a man if he gains the whole world, yet forfeits his soul?'
Making time for personal intimacy with your Creator requires self-discipline. Self-discipline is more than self-control. It's not just about saying: No. to chocolate or limiting time in front of the television set. Self-discipline of a Godly nature is the act of regulating our own activities for the sake of discipleship. Therefore, strengthen your feeble arms and weak knees. Make level paths for your feet,' so that the lame may not be disabled, but rather healed. Make every effort to live in peace with all men and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord. Hebrews 12:12-14
This can include limiting what we eat or drink, maintaining a physical fitness routine, making time for daily devotions, or eliminating curse words from our vocabulary, but the intent is deeper. Our purpose in life is to draw nearer to God, and we're promised great peace when we make this our focus. Now that you know these things, you will be blessed if you do them. John 13:17
It's easy to overlook the common root of: DISCIPLine and DISCIPLeship. To be a disciple means to follow in the example and under the charge of another. We need to practice self-control so that we can hear God's directions and be followers of Christ disciples. If you want to enter life, obey the commandments. Matthew 19:17