“But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.” Matthew 6:33 KJV
Seeking God with your whole heart; keeping your focus on Him, in spite of all of life's distractions is hard! It takes determination, perseverance, and dedication to your quest! We have that drive for things we love! That's how excellence is born! Singleminded-ness is attributed to those who excel in their craft; no matter what! Not many, though, will set their minds on their relationship with God, because something else has their heart!
“Turn not to the right hand nor to the left: remove thy foot from evil.” Proverbs 4:27 KJV
It maybe something as good for you as - your health! Changing your diet, exercise, sharing recipes; not bad things but is that what you are focused on - all of the time? Do sports consume your thoughts? Are you distracted with "life changes" like remodeling or buying or selling your house? Starting a new business? Landscaping your yard? Going to school?
You want to know what has your heart? Listen to your mouth! What do you talk about all of the time? If you don't know, ask your friends, or just read your Facebook page!
"for out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh.”
Matthew 12:34b KJV
“Ye shall observe to do therefore as the Lord your God hath commanded you: ye shall not turn aside to the right hand or to the left.” Deuteronomy 5:32 KJV
“Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat:” Matthew 7:13 KJV
We start the race strong, when we first turn to The LORD! However, when the tests come, (and they always do) it's easy to take our eyes off of Him! The path gets difficult and it often offers "shortcuts" or "rest stops" or even "in-depth studies", on the side of the path, with which the enemy hopes to distract! We have to keep our focus on God and not look to the right or the left; straight ahead! Watching our steps, for the path is steep and rocky; so as not to fall! And if you do fall - get back up!
“Be ye therefore very courageous to keep and to do all that is written in the book of the law of Moses, that ye turn not aside therefrom to the right hand or to the left;” Joshua 23:6 KJV
It takes courage to follow God, especially in the world today!
If you seek God; if you love Him with your whole heart, you will do fine! That is how you overcome! Purpose in your heart to make Him first! Do not lose your first love! Love Him; not the things of this world! Pray for a hunger and thirst for Him! Listen for His still small voice! Spend time with Him! That's what relationships are all about; invest in yours with Him! No one will love you more! He calls you His Beloved!
Repent of your adultery and commit to fidelity - with God!
Change your life!
Even so - MARANATHA!
From: 11/16/14, 5/2/15, 3/19/16
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