He must become greater; I must become less. v30
I've spent time this weekend with my son Zach and there has
been much discussion about the world, desires, and God's will for our
lives. We all have desires but we must
surrender our lives and desires to Him and He must come first. This is counter to the worldly view that we
must pursue what we believe is important to ourselves - to follow our dreams.
We must understand that God has a plan for our lives and
that we must align ourselves with this plan. Alignment to God's plan for our lives is a process that
involves renewal of the mind through daily study of His Word and prayer.
Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be
transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and
approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will. Romans 12:2
My Prayer: Lord Jesus, You are a great God who loves me and
who has a plan for me that is great and I am amazed that You would use me -
even though I am broken, etc. Thank You
Jesus. I am undeserving of such a
God. I worry and I am selfish. Please forgive me Jesus and help me overcome
and turn from my sin towards You. Help
me love You with all of my heart, soul and mind and love others as You love
me. Help me grow in my faith. Give Lisa
and myself wisdom and strength. Please
heal Lisa of her cancer and from the side effects of chemo. Help us lead Zach and Dustin to You Jesus and
for them to choose You as their Lord and Savior. Please provide Godly friends and spouses to
Zach and Dustin. Help me serve You, my
family, my church, and others. Help me
understand, be obedient to, and apply Your message for me today and every
day.
