So much of what we pursue is fleeting. Once we acquire it, we try to preserve it! Why? Because we know it will soon be gone. God has promised us that just as he is eternal and will live forever, so are those who pursue a relationship with him and are committed to his will. So, let's look at how we spend our time, money, and effort. Then, let's ask if what we are pursuing is really worth having. Now, let's ask one more important question: "Even if it is worth having, is it going to last long enough to make a difference?"
My Prayer...
Eternal Father, please give me the courage to be honest about what I am pursuing with my life. I want it to count for your cause. I want to make a difference for good. Some of that desire, I confess, is self-serving. However, dear Father, I truly want to have a life that impacts others for good and brings you honor. I don't want to waste my time chasing after things that won't last or matter. Please give me the spiritual wisdom to follow your will and find your life rather than pursue my culture's vain values. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
"Dear Friend,
I want you to feel the urgency in today's words that Paul wrote to Timothy. They come from the last of Paul's writings to his son in the..."
"[Emphasizing what Jesus called him to do after his conversion, Paul continued his defense to the Jewish attackers who thought he took a Gentile into...."
"The Lord Jesus loves his people so much, that every day he is still doing for them much that is analogous to washing their soiled feet. Their poorest...."
"[Jesus continued his prayer,] "I have revealed you to the ones you gave me from this world. They were always yours. You gave them to me, and they have..."
About This Devotional
Today's Verse is a free daily devotional that includes a Bible verse, thought and prayer.
The Thoughts and Prayer on Today's Verse are written by Phil Ware.
Bible: Browse OT/NT Books
Comments
Have thoughts on this devotional? Leave a comment