Do you ever have those sermons that really touch the depths of your soul and stir you to action? Well today was one of those sermons. We had a guest speaker at church and of course my first thought was meh, could be good, could be so-so. Boy was I wrong! The pastor talked about getting rid of distractions and making time for the Lord. I never realized how much of my time I actually spend on social media or watching TV rather than spending time in the Word or in prayer.
Everyone complains about not having enough time to read their Bible or find time to pray but if we’re honest, we just don’t prioritize it. It takes a conscious decision like eating breakfast or brushing your teeth, and it has to be thought about continuously until it becomes a habit. God rewards those who seek Him. Obedience to God means trusting Him even without knowing the details, without having a clue where the path leads or where the road ends. It means giving in 100% effort and without delay. The more excuses we make, the longer we stray off the path that leads to His righteous plan, and the longer we delay fulfilling our true calling.
As a person with anxiety, I struggle with this a lot. I strive for planning, organizing, making lists, and being prepared for any scenario. Any uncertainty drives me to fear and restlessness. The thought of giving God the reigns on my life is so, so hard. But I know it is so, so worth it. I made the decision to change my social media habits and pursue a career path I never thought was possible for me. All it takes is a leap of faith and the trust in knowing that God sees it all; nothing is a mystery to Him. Will you put your faith and step blindly into the unknown? If you do, you might find the answer you never knew you needed.
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