One-minute read.
Meditate on God’s law, and you will find His mercy. Strength comes from belief. As we believe in the Savior and discover His promises, we will find what we need to persevere when persecuted. Mercy comes to those who seek the Lord.
“Pride goeth before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.”
Proverbs 16:18 KJV
All sin has pride at its roots. Since the pastor made that point in a message a few years ago, I’ve realized its truth. Thinking we achieve things on our own, without God’s help, will cause us to fall. Meditating on this precept has helped me recognize sin in my life, confess it to the Lord, and receive His mercy.
Meditating means ruminating over a specific passage, which allows you to apply it to your life. When other thoughts try to distract you, pull yourself back to God’s promise. You can control your thinking and choose to focus on the Lord through His word. Our connection to the Creator strengthens when we keep the Son in our eyes.
Pick one of God’s promises that applies to your life and meditate on it today. Any time the enemy tries to distract you, don’t let him. Stay focused on the Lord, and allow Him to lead you to victory.
Prayer:
Lord,
Thank You for Your word, which gives us a way to control our thoughts and focus on You. Please help us meditate on Your promises today, not letting anything distract us from You.
IJNIP. Amen
