Worldly Ways
“Love not the world, neither the things that
are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is
not in him. For all that is in the world, the
lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of
the Father, but is of the world. And the world passeth away, and the lust
thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth for ever.”
(1 John 2:15-17)
Today’s Morsel: If you take on
the world and its ways, then prepare yourself for the consequences that come
with that choice. We are told to not love the world nor the things of the
world because they will pass away. If you ever notice, the fads of this
world continue to change rapidly. This is because man is controlling
it. It is all about money. The world has people on a rollercoaster
for more and the next best thing. And many have purchased a ticket to
ride. Paul informs us, “But godliness
with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into this world, and
it is certain we can carry nothing out. And having food and raiment
let us be therewith content. But they that will be rich fall into temptation
and a snare, and into many foolish
and hurtful lusts, which drown men in destruction and perdition. For the love
of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have
erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows.” (1 Timothy 6:6-10) Don’t get on the rollercoaster ride
for the next best gadget or worldly fun. It will pull you under. Keep
your eyes on Jesus and the world will not steal your heart.
Sing: Jesus, You’re the center of my joy. All that's good
and perfect comes from You. You’re the heart of my contentment, hope for
all I do. Jesus, You’re the center of my joy.
Thought For Today: “Keep your eyes on
Jesus and the world will not steal your heart”(Parker).
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