“I want to do...what I want to do...”
This is one of the scariest phrases I could ever hear someone utter. Why so scary? Because I have said...or thought them...and the consequences of this phrase having a hold in my heart almost cost me everything. I shudder...when I hear them now, or sense that is the turn in the road a Christian might be taking.
“And you must always obey the LORD's commands and decrees that I am giving you today FOR YOUR OWN GOOD.”
Deuteronomy 10:13 NLT (emphasis, mine)
God’s Word...His commandments...His guidance...is not about thwarting our lives, derailing our dreams, or telling us not to have “fun.” His commands and decrees are all about how to live successfully, abundantly, and navigate prosperously in every way through this dark, evil, weary world the enemy has control of. Don’t be duped by the devil’s lies...that you know better that the Savior’s life-giving Word. Your outcome could be devastating.
So...when this thought comes your way, “I want to do...what I want to do,” run for cover in the Savior’s arms...and let Him show you how His way...is ever so much more extraordinary and better. It will be GOOD.
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