“When I think on my ways,
I turn my feet to your testimonies;”
– Psalm 119:59
Do you, like King David, think on your ways? Do you take time to step back and reflect on your habits and patterns of life and how they compare to the example and commands of Jesus? Do you consider the direction of your life and whether you’re moving closer to God or further away? It’s a good and healthy habit for every follower of Jesus to practice. Every few months, schedule time to pray and ask God to reveal any concerns He has about your ways. Think about what you have seen, heard, and read about Jesus and how your ways compare to His ways.
Most Christians don’t decisively move away from God. Instead, they drift away, little by little. One decision at a time. One choice not to worship, read, pray, fellowship, or meditate at a time. One choice to sin rather than honor God at a time. Before we realize it, our ways can be very different from God’s ways. So, be like King David and if you discover your ways aren’t the most obedient, edifying, or glorifying, do what he did. Turn your feet toward the testimonies of Scripture. Make intentional choices to reject sin and reject laziness. Reject the world, the flesh, and the devil and re-engage your mind, heart, body, and soul in the ways of God.
Worship with other believers. Read and meditate on Scripture daily. Memorize God’s Word. Pray, give, and fast in faith. Get engaged with a small community of fellow believers seeking to grow in the ways of Jesus. Serve the Lord and share your hope in Christ. Practice Five to Thrive and #FollowJesus