Today's Reading:
Job 8:1-11:20
Hebrews 4:1-16
Psalm 121:1-8
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Focus Verses: Hebrews 4:12-13
12 For
the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged
sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and
marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. 13 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.
Insight:
Nothing
is hidden from God. God's word is alive and active; his truth is
penetrating and able to cut to the heart of everything in creation. Even
our thoughts and attitudes are an open book to God. God's truth must be
heeded because we are all accountable to him.
Response and Action:
I
recognize that God knows me better than I know myself. I will look to
his word for guidance in my life. His word is able to help me see my own
motives and attitudes. I will meditate on God's word and hide it in my
heart. I will let the truth of God's word shape and direct me.
Almighty
God, before you my heart is open, all my desires are known, and none of
my secrets are hidden. Cleanse the thoughts of my heart by the power of
your Holy Spirit. Guide me and teach me through your word. Help me to
love you with my whole heart, and to live in your truth, that I might
bring you glory. Amen.
Spiritual Formation Verses: Proverbs 16:1-3
1
To man belong the plans of the heart, but from the LORD comes the reply
of the tongue. 2 All a man's ways seem innocent to him, but motives are
weighed by the LORD. 3 Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and your
plans will succeed.
Resources:
Life with God: Reading the Bible for Spiritual Transformation
by Richard Foster
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