So Saul died for his trespass which he committed against The LORD , because of the word of The LORD which he did not keep; and also because he asked counsel of a medium, making inquiry of it, and did not inquire of The LORD .(10:13-14)
There are a couple of times from my past I can remember "playing" with the Ouija Board. Looking back now, I see we were actually playing with fire. How satan sugar coats the doorway to sin, much like the gingerbread house of the witch in Hansel and Gretel. This game which seems so innocent, is actually a way of speaking with the spirit world. When living in Texas, there were many homes tucked away in neighborhoods with large signs in the front yards. Signs with a palm painted on them, beckoning you to come in and have your future told. So many ways of destruction we follow for help in where to place our foot for the next step.
There are a couple of times from my past I can remember "playing" with the Ouija Board. Looking back now, I see we were actually playing with fire. How satan sugar coats the doorway to sin, much like the gingerbread house of the witch in Hansel and Gretel. This game which seems so innocent, is actually a way of speaking with the spirit world. When living in Texas, there were many homes tucked away in neighborhoods with large signs in the front yards. Signs with a palm painted on them, beckoning you to come in and have your future told. So many ways of destruction we follow for help in where to place our foot for the next step.
My devotional this morning pertained to Godly Wisdom. We are promised through the reading and studying of His Word we will receive the gift of Wisdom. His Wisdom. My mind thinks about the lengths Saul went in asking what direction to take in his life. I think about the times he only went to himself and did what he wanted. I think about how his actions led to his death.
I think about how opposite my life used to be when not in His Word each and every day - drinking in the gift of His Wisdom. His Wisdom which I strive to follow as I walk each step in this journey of life towards Home.
"Godly wisdom can be defined as the capacity to see things the way The Lord sees them and to respond according to His principles.
One of the great benefits of this mindset is peace.
Generally, when life’s running smoothly and all is well with us and our loved ones, we have no trouble experiencing contentment. But often when situations become difficult, God’s perspective eludes us, and our peace is rapidly replaced with stress, anxiety, and fear.
To view a difficult circumstance from The Lord’s perspective, we need to see it encompassed by the boundaries of His character and attributes.
Even when the particulars of life are beyond our control, The One who rules the universe remains sovereign over all things—down to the smallest details.
I think about how opposite my life used to be when not in His Word each and every day - drinking in the gift of His Wisdom. His Wisdom which I strive to follow as I walk each step in this journey of life towards Home.
"Godly wisdom can be defined as the capacity to see things the way The Lord sees them and to respond according to His principles.
One of the great benefits of this mindset is peace.
Generally, when life’s running smoothly and all is well with us and our loved ones, we have no trouble experiencing contentment. But often when situations become difficult, God’s perspective eludes us, and our peace is rapidly replaced with stress, anxiety, and fear.
To view a difficult circumstance from The Lord’s perspective, we need to see it encompassed by the boundaries of His character and attributes.
Even when the particulars of life are beyond our control, The One who rules the universe remains sovereign over all things—down to the smallest details.
He loves us unconditionally and always works for our best interest.
Therefore, if He has allowed a situation, there is a divine plan and reason, and the outcome will be for our good and His glory.
That wise perspective will lead to a godly response—complete confidence and trust in The Lord despite any pain or hardship. Because of The indwelling Spirit, we have the assurance that He is more than adequate for whatever comes our way, which means we are sufficient in Him.
When difficulty hits, don’t let sound wisdom vanish from your sight.
Keep your eyes on The Lord.
By seeing every situation through His eyes, you can rest in His wisdom and good purposes.
Then stress will lift, anxiety will be replaced with peace, and confidence in the Lord will silence your fears." (In Touch Magazine)
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