Does it matter to GOD what brings us pleasure and what we focus our attention on?
Have you ever heard one in sin, or into the things of this world say, “GOD and I are good.” Two standout in my mind one was a pastor who loved to flirt: (who soon fell) and another a drug addict.
Peter was in the inner circle of JESUS disciples. When JESUS was preparing HIS disciples by telling them about how HE was going to suffering and die, Peter said, NO! LORD that will never happen to YOU.” (Matthew 16:22).
JESUS (usually so gentle) response was quick and sharp, “Get behind ME Satan! You are an offense(temptation) to ME. For you are not savoring (desiring and setting your mind on) the things of GOD but on the things of men” (Matthew 16:23).
That tells me two things: that what we think and focus us does matter to JESUS and that it can effect/influence others.
What do you savor? Do you delight in the things of this world or the things of GOD?
Consider these things and may the LORD guide you with HIS peace (Colossians 3:15), strengthen you with HIS joy (Nehemiah 8:10)and enable you with HIS grace (Hebrews 4:16). Keep looking unto JESUS (Hebrews 12:2) and talk over your thoughts with HIM (2 Corinthians 10:5).
Hugs
Sharon
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