A shooting star, a sale at the store on the exact item you
need, a flower growing in the sidewalk crack, a simple solution for a giant
problem, and so many more examples are all revelations of God's goodness - a
special kiss from Him just for us. He even uses a quick glance at a clock, with
a special arrangement of the numerical order, to give me special hugs
throughout the day.
( http://carm.org/what-biblical-numerology )
( http://carm.org/what-biblical-numerology )
We do not need to earn the gift of salvation, because it is
a free gift through Jesus Christ (Romans 6:23). However,
the gift of God's presence entails our obedience and love for Him. Walking in
God's Spirit allows us to maintain this constant communion with Him (Galatians
5:16-25). We walk in fulfillment and find joy in the simplest
revelation of His goodness.
We must guard against allowing the good activities, which
we are invited to participate in, from becoming the enemy of God's best for us.
The frantic pace of our world thwarts us from enjoying a contented life in
God's presence. The good people and events, which demand our attention, are
robbing us of quality time with God, His Word and His perfect will.
Our hectic lifestyle prevents us from entering into the
rest of God's presence (Hebrews 13:5). It is only as we love the Lord
with our entire heart, having no idols in His place and ordering our steps to
seek Him throughout the day, that He will provide His guidance and protection
while showering us with His peace and love (Proverbs 3:5-6; Psalm 62:5-8).
Prayer:
Father God, what you desire from us more than anything else
is for us to love You with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength (Mark 12:30). Remind us to walk in Your Spirit's filling, which is
new every day, and to live in the center of Your will. Help us not to forget
that only one thing is needed in this life, and Mary made the better choice.
Thank You for promising never to take away from us our intimacy with You (Luke 10:42).
Thought for the Day:
At times, we cannot hear God's voice, due to the roar of
people's expectations requiring our time and talents.
