In Touch Devotional 22 September 2021:Dr Charles Stanley | Worship God Only
In Touch Devotional 22 September 2021:Dr Charles Stanley | Worship God Only
Welcome to Today’s In Touch Daily Devotional (Wednesday 22nd September 2021) written by Dr Charles Stanley. May the Lord bless you through this devotional. Kindly share with other people.
DR CHARLES STANLEY IN TOUCH DEVOTIONAL 22 SEPTEMBER 2021
TOPIC: WORSHIP GOD ONLY
Scripture: James 4:4-8
4 [a]Adulterers and adulteresses! Do you not know that friendship with the world is enmity with God? Whoever therefore wants to be a friend of the world makes himself an enemy of God. 5 Or do you think that the Scripture says in vain, “The Spirit who dwells in us yearns jealously”?
6 But He gives more grace. Therefore He says:
“God resists the proud,
But gives grace to the humble.”
Humility Cures Worldliness
7 Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you. 8 Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded.
In Touch Devotional 22 September 2021:Dr Charles Stanley | Message
When reading in the Old Testament, we might not understand why people would bow down before idols they had made. But we make a similar mistake, placing too high a value on things like money, relationships, appearance, and power. Though not bad in themselves, these can become objects of worship if we prioritize them above God. That’s why He is jealous for our heart.
There are two reasons the Lord doesn’t let His children’s devotion stay out of balance. First, He deserves the glory, and second, He loves us and wants the best for us. Praising God above all else is actually in our own best interest, so when our heart does not belong solely to Christ, He disciplines us. This might mean He allows challenges to remind us who is the one and only God. Hardships are not pleasant, but we can be encouraged that God is making us complete in Him.
This week, notice where you spend your time and money and what dominates your thoughts. Even if your pursuits seem good on the surface, ask the Lord to reveal whatever has become an idol in your life. Confess any misplaced affection, and ask for help in making God the object of your devotion.
Bible in One Year: Amos 5-9
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