"You shall follow the Lord your God and fear Him; and you shall keep His commandments, listen to His voice, serve Him, and cling to Him." -Deuteronomy 13:4 (NASB)
In our lives we hear many voices calling out to us. There are many people that want us to side with them, to take up a cause, to donate time and money. Some of these causes are worthy, but sometimes we recognize that, even if it sounds good, it is not a cause worthy of our time and support.
Throughout the Bible, there are times when God's people hear calls that are not worthy or in line with God's commands. While these causes may have had a certain appeal to the people listening, Deuteronomy (13:4) gives us the reminder of how we should respond. In all of our dealings, we should follow God's plan, God's commandments. We should listen to what God is telling us and then act in ways that align with His plan, even if we sometimes have to say no to the earthy voices calling out to us.
When you hear the earthly calls, be sure your responses are in line with God's call!
Prayer:
Dear God-
Thank You for giving me the Bible and the examples of those that have gone before me so that I can learn more about You and Your will. Help me to always respond in ways that follow Your commands and Your will. In Jesus' name I pray, amen.
Throughout the Bible, there are times when God's people hear calls that are not worthy or in line with God's commands. While these causes may have had a certain appeal to the people listening, Deuteronomy (13:4) gives us the reminder of how we should respond. In all of our dealings, we should follow God's plan, God's commandments. We should listen to what God is telling us and then act in ways that align with His plan, even if we sometimes have to say no to the earthy voices calling out to us.
When you hear the earthly calls, be sure your responses are in line with God's call!
Prayer:
Dear God-
Thank You for giving me the Bible and the examples of those that have gone before me so that I can learn more about You and Your will. Help me to always respond in ways that follow Your commands and Your will. In Jesus' name I pray, amen.
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