I’ll Take You There

In some museums there are guides to escort you through the building to show the many pieces of art on display. In order to see the more important exhibits, one would have to place their trust in the guide and assume the premiere exhibits will be shown that day.

Direct my footsteps according to your word; let no sin rule over me. Psalms 119:133

Those of us who place our trust in God also have a guide. We actually have a few guides. We are instructed to be led by the Spirit of God as well as be led by the Word of God. The Word of God is our map and it will take us to the places God has predestined us to travel: if we follow it. If you’re like me, there are times when I think I know where I’m going (without consulting my Creator) and I end up not only wasting precious time, but also in situations and places I should not be. You see, it’s in those places that sin awaits us. But the Psalmist states, our steps should be directed according to Truth (the Word) so sin won’t have dominion (rule) over us.

If you plan on going somewhere in life, let God take you there!

Your thoughts!

Fulfilled

Oftentimes people look for fulfillment in things that give them a temporary thrill. Although their minds aren’t fixed on the length of fulfillment, they persist in being happy for the moment!

You, God, are my God, earnestly I seek you; I thirst for you, my whole being longs for you, in a dry and parched land where there is no water. Psalm 63:1 NIV

This Scripture was penned when David was in the desert (a dry place). David was longing for companionship and fulfillment. Fulfillment is directly related to our character and our character should be directly related to Christ. When we, the people of God, are happy, we are happy not as a result of what we have, but as a result of who we are. The things related to this earth are dry and indeed of a parched land, but the things related to Christ are eternal and flow with living water.

Are you seeking fulfillment in things or are you longing to be fulfilled by your God?

Your thoughts!

Show and Tell

Remember the days of show and tell? It was during those early childhood learning days where the teacher would ask us to bring in an item to show to the rest of the class and then we were asked to tell something about it.

By this all men will know that you are my disciples, (if you love one another). John 13:35 NIV

Today's Scripture is somewhat along the lines of show and tell. It is by our actions (show) and it is how we respond to what comes our way, that ALL men (mankind) will know (recognize) the Father (in us). If we possess His characteristics, and love being the ultimate characteristic He showed us in allowing His Son to die for us, we too should be showing that love to those who are hurting and yes, even to those who have hurt us. I know it's a big pill to swallow, but the last time I checked, love covers a multitude of sin. God looked beyond OUR faults and met our spiritual and natural need. Can't we extend that same grace to others?

What does your life SAY/SHOW/TELL?

Your thoughts!