Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand. Philippians 4:5 KJVThere are so many things in this life that God has given us to enjoy, and He does want us to have pleasure while we are here. Relationships, eating, drinking, work, health, exercise, hobbies, are all valuable pursuits. However, none of these are to become the end goal and sole focus of your life.
Anytime something becomes more important in your life than God, then the cart is getting in front of the horse. Before long your life will take on an unhealthy balance. Self-control is a fruit of the Spirit and it almost the opposite of addiction. Like Paul, we are to discipline our bodies and make it obey us, rather than following what it desires.
'But I discipline my body and keep it under control, lest after preaching to others I myself should be disqualified.' (1 Corinthians 9:27).
Jesus told a parable in Luke 12:21 about a man who hoarded wealth and the last verse was: "So is the one who lays up treasure for himself and is not rich toward God." The problem was the man was 'not rich toward God' not because he was wealthy. God wants you to have wealth, but not for wealth to have control you. God wants you to have food, but not for food to have control over you.
So put God first in your life. Involve Him in your work, in your relationships, in your hobbies, pray over your meals, and during your workouts. If you do this, then things will balance and He will show you when enough is enough. When He is invited into your life, He will take part in your activities and help you maintain a healthy balance. Moderation in all things, including moderation.
Prayer: Heavenly Father I thank You so much for all that You have given me. Please help me discipline my life and learn when to say no. Help me to know when enough is enough. Teach me Your way and give me a clear vision of the bigger picture. Make me steadfast, in the name of Jesus Christ I pray.Note: Our weekly RHM Live church service will be happening this morning at 10am EST. Join us for a time of worship, interactive prayer, and fellowship, and to hear what has been happening recently in our lives. To participate in the chatroom you need to have a site account, but if not, you can still watch the video of the study. Service starts at 10am EST, but all are encouraged to show up 15 minutes early for fellowship, and to make sure the stream is working for you before we start. Love you all! Here is the link to join:
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Yes Jesus,let our lives be for your wonderful glory. Amen
Amen! Thank You Lord!
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Dear Father I need Your help to discipline myself,to say no when is necessary and to follow Your designs. Give me a clear vision of what is ahead, in Jesus name I pray. Amen, glory be to the Lord Almighty.
As always, thank you Pastor. God bless you.
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Yes Lord Jesus, amen
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Amen another great devotional thank you pastor Dion!
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Praising You, Lord, for Your bountiful blessings and lessons! Please help me discipline my life. Teach me Your way and give me a clear vision of the bigger picture. Make me steadfast! Thank you for RHM!
Amen! Thank you Lord for your everlasting love, for being so patient with me, for your many provisions, for strength and peace! I praise Your holy name forever and ever, Amen! Thank you for bringing RHM into my life and the lives of so many of us! RHM is a lighthouse shining into this dark world!!! Thank you!!!
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