Do The Right Thing!

To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” John 8:31-32

Don't ignore the little voice inside of you tugging at your heart.  That is the Holy Spirit nudging. Whether you have accepted Christ or not, every one has that conscience of right or wrong inside of them. Sometimes we can have earthly smarts and think we are just fine the way we are. That indeed is a dangerous state to be in thinking we are okay without 'religion'.

Many who read these devotions already live for Jesus so it is like preaching to the choir so to speak. Perhaps you have been praying for a loved one who has lost his or her desire to 'do the right thing' and God hears you, so don't give up hope. Even those of you who know the Lord need to be on guard that you are also not led astray. Satan is a roaring lion waiting to catch us off guard. 

The best thing to do is daily make sure you plan your day around Jesus. Don't just pencil Him in for a quick five minute prayer and short Bible verse, but make a point of insuring He is the most important thing in your day. That for sure will help you do the right thing.

PRAYER: Help me to keep you first on my life so I learn what it means to do the right thing. I pray for those in my family who may have wandered away from their first love and pray you will draw them back. In Jesus' name. Amen.

Choose Wisely With God Guiding You

"The eyes of the LORD search the whole earth in order to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him. What a fool you have been! From now on you will be at war."  2 Chronicles 16:9

God is always with you and he knows what you are doing. He sees your every move. As the children's song goes "Be careful little feet where you go." Hebrews 4:13 says "Nothing in all creation is hidden from God's sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of him to whom we must give account."

Be a friend to those who need a friend but do not go places or do things you know deep down are wrong. This means at work don't be tempted to cheat. Likewise be truthful to those you call your friends.  Be His witness, but be cautious in all you say and do. Go to God for wisdom. It is found in the word of God. Be the light that people want to run to then you won't have to worry so much about doing the wrong thing.

PRAYER: Father I know we are to be salt and light in the world. Today help me choose my activities wisely. Help me share your love for those in my world around me. Father I ask that you guide my steps so I do not wander into places that do not bring glory to God. Help my choices be pleasing unto you Lord. In Jesus Name. Amen.