Word for the day "Our Mortality"
Psalm 73:25 (NIV) Whom have I in heaven but You? And there is none upon earth that I desire besides You. 26 My flesh and my heart fail; But God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.When we take a close look at the life of Adam and Eve in the Bible (Chapter 2 to Chapter 5). It was mankind’s fall , and this came as a results their decision to eat the forbidden fruit. The main takeaway from their life is the significance of decisions. We as people are in dangerous territory when our lives are a part from God! Where are you with your relationship with God?Once we realize that all of our thoughts and desires are twisted, and all of our strength at times under the influence of the enemy of our soul can be diverted away from God; then we’ll begin realizing how dangerous it is to rely solely on our own strength, desire, and wisdom. In today’s passage the Psalmist recognizes his need for God in a transparent expression.Human strength fails when you don’t see any results. Human motivation ends when applause and affirmation fade. And human wisdom tells us to get ahead and then quit. Our mortality at best is fickle when left to our own devices. We are in scary place if and when we try to live our lives without God!But God’s strength becomes perfect when we are weak. And God’s approval comes when we stop trying to please the crowd. And the Lord’s wisdom tells us to stop trying to lead the way and to follow the Lord instead. Life is less complicated when we Acquiesce to the Lord.Point to ponder – Remember, God’s grace is greater than our ability to mess up.Our Leadership team is especially thankful for those of you who provided financial donations and support in the month of January 2018 by partnering with us in efforts to advance the kingdom of God in this 21st century season: Special thanks to Mr. William Wilson, Ms. Annette Straker, Mr. Kenneth Washington, and 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