Check your Habits

Ephesians 4:22-24

"That you put away, as concerning your former way of life, the old man, that grows corrupt after the lusts of deceit; and that you be renewed in the spirit of your mind, and put on the new man, who in the likeness of God has been created in righteousness and holiness of truth."

Some say that old habits are hard to change. However, as children of God, we are responsible for evaluating our behavior and identifying any ungodly habits we may be holding onto. A habit is an acquired behavior pattern that is regularly followed until it becomes almost involuntary.

We cannot entertain old habits that lead to temptation. These may include gossiping, complaining, holding grudges, engaging in impure thoughts, or neglecting prayer and study of God's word. Instead, we are called to be renewed in our minds so that our actions align with the will of God. This means replacing old habits with new, godly ones -- such as speaking words of encouragement, practicing gratitude, forgiving others, guarding our thoughts, showing kindness, and dedicating time to prayer and scripture.

When we put away old habits and cultivate new ones that strengthen our spiritual walk, we experience renewal. We become new when our mindset is transformed. A new mind in Christ will naturally align with the principles of the Kingdom of God.

Reflection:

Are there any ungodly habits that I am holding on to? Why?

Prayer for Renewal

Heavenly Father, I come before You with a humble heart, acknowledging my need for transformation. Help me to recognize and let go of any habits that draw me away from You. Renew my mind and fill me with a desire to walk in righteousness. Strengthen me to develop habits that glorify You—habits of love, patience, forgiveness, and faithfulness. May my thoughts, words, and actions reflect Your holiness. Thank You for Your grace and for the new life I have in Christ. In Jesus' name, Amen.

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Seek God's Hidden Truths

Jeremiah 33:3

"Call to me, and I will answer you, and will tell you great and hidden things that you have not known."

Have you ever called a friend, intending to share something important, only for the conversation to take a completely different direction? By the end, you never got the chance to tell them the good news you had prepared.

Did you know that God wants to talk to you? When we seek the Lord with our whole heart and call upon His name, He responds. God is ready to reveal things we don't yet know—things the Bible tells us are hidden. But sometimes, we miss what He wants to share with us.

Often, after calling on Him, we pour out out troubles, vent our frustrations, and then forget to pause and listen. Yet, God desires to speak powerful truths into our lives. He longs to reveal deep things to us, but if we only seek Him to solve our problems, we may miss hearing His heart.

God is always available to hear our cries—

Cries of distress, brokenness, suffering, and pain. He wants us to unload our burdens, cares, and frustrations. But more than that, He wants us to seek Him simply to know Him.

Take the time this week to pause and listen, you never know what is going to share.

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The Word will set you Free

John 8:31-32

" Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed;Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”

We can be held hostage by a lie until we are freed by the illumination of God's Word. Knowing the truth of Hid Word transforms the way we think, act, and speak. It also exposes and dismantles the enemy's strategies to keep us in darkness.

In this passage of scripture, Jesus was speaking to the Jews who believed in Him. He said, "If you continue in my word, then you are my disciples indeed." This is a life-changing truth. To gain true freedom, you must remain steadfast in the Word. When we are disciplined enough to dig deep into God's Word, we will experience revelation.

However, too many of us start strong in the truth of God's Word, only to drift away when life's challenges create a chasm between us and that truth. When our circumstances seem to contradict God's promises, we often become discouraged and begin to doubt that He cares about what we're going through. But that is the furthest thing from the truth. He absolutely cares and his promises still stands.

No matter what our circumstances suggest the reality is that God will never leave us nor forsake us. While we may have to endure seasons we would rather avoid, those seasons carry valuable lessons. Being a disciple of God requires discipline- both in receiving and walking in the Word. When we do, no hardship can rob us of the truth and the reality of what God has spoken.

When we are exposed to the light, darkness loses its power and influence over us as believers. Don't believe the lie—God is ready to illuminate your path and set you on the right course to freedom.

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