Word for the day "Delight in the Lord"
Psalm 37:4 (NKJV) Delight yourself also in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.Only misguided and immature Christians think of God as a magician who provides things that would only distract them from their relationship with God. So then, what does it truly mean to delight in the Lord? I thought you 'd never ask, and I am smiling now!Let's get a more accurate account by considering what it would mean if you had a friend you delighted in sincerely. Most likely, you would spend a great deal of meaningful time with that person. You would talk openly and honestly with him/her; you would look forward to your time together; you would seek ways of knowing that person more fully and intimately.In fact, you would guard yourself from doing anything that would hurt, disappoint, or bring open shame upon your friend. Well, that's very much what it would look like for us to delight in the Lord. How do you respond and function in the relationships you love!Point to ponder- We delight in God by attentively and enthusiastically reading His Word; by cherishing His promises to us; through open and honest prayer and meditation; and by seeking to honor the Lord of our lives as we walk in life's journey. Hope you are embracing this powerful Lent season?Our Leadership team is especially thankful for those of you who provided financial donations and support in the month of February 2016 by partnering with us in efforts to advance the kingdom of God in this 21st century season: Special thanks to Mr. Calvin Jackson, Mr. William Wilson, Ms. Vanessa Gaskins, Mrs. Denise Johnson, Mrs. Maugarite William, Ron Clarke and Ms. Gertrude Scott. Why don't you take the opportunity to write us on our blog and let us know how we are doing in serving you Great people, we'd love to hear from you!Follow me on Twitter @Elder James Baker, as I endeavor to encourage and empower leaders of today and tomorrow!Kingdom Blessings,Pastor James Baker, Jr.Thank you for using the Word Cup devotionals brought to you through Grace and Truth Leadership on (Word press). We are a faith-based, donor-supported ministry. If you have been touched by these daily devotionals, and would like to make a monthly pledge or a special gift of any amount, please use the link below to give as the Lord leads. Thank you so much!http://www.graceandtruthleadership.org/#!donate/vv9e2