Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me.John 15:4
Whether it is makeup, ointment, weed killer, or skin lotion, it is necessary to pick up the container it is in and apply it if you expect to get results. Similarly the word of God, the Bible, has to be read and ‘applied’ to situations in life if you expect a victory or breakthrough.
There are days I have all the best intentions of doing the right thing and having a quality time alone with God then other stuff gets in the way and before I know it, it is time for lunch. Do you have similar intentions or sign up for a daily Bible study online and you are determined to stay on track and then a week goes by and you are behind?
First don’t beat yourself up. God knows your heart. Maybe what you need instead is a day to just sit and ponder reflecting on scripture you read. For instance reflect on todays verse and continue then reading the entire chapter. Think what it means. Then pray and go about your day looking for opportunities to serve him.
PRAYER: Lord I want to remain in you each day and have your thoughts be my thoughts. This takes discipline and dedication to growing to more like you. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
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