Distractions In Progress

For God is not a God of disorder but of peace-as in all the congregations of the LORD's people. 1 Corinthians 14:33

There is no question about it, but this world you and I live in is full of distractions to get you off the course God has planned for you. For instance, too much social media. Why does it matter? I am guilty of this and working on it. Trying to decide what truly is important all along insuring God is not put on the sidelines of your life.

Make a list of the ways you are distracted daily. How do you deal with these interruptions that take you away from what is important? You need to purpose in your heart how you will make sure time with God is not on the chopping block as I know it is for many believers. Somehow the idea that it is not needed or essential to being a believer has infiltrated minds of certain people.  Your mindset needs to be changed if you feel this way.

Stop letting this world tell you what is important such as watching the news, reading the paper, getting caught up in mindless TV and talk shows. Deep down you need a daily time with the Lord. If you have a baby or small children, include them as it is a command in Deuteronomy 11:18-19 which says “Fix these words of mine in your hearts and minds; tie them as symbols on your hands and bind them on your foreheads. Teach them to your children, talking about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.” Right now today decide you will stop distractions leading you away from Jesus.

PRAYER: I need self control to say no to distractions and yes to what is crucial and vital in my life. I choose right now to not allow the enemy to lead me away from you Lord. In Jesus’ name. Amen.