“And the one sown with seed among the thorns, this is the one who hears the word, and the anxiety of the world and the deceitfulness of wealth choke the word, and it becomes unfruitful” (Matthew 13:22).
This world is constantly pulling at us to engage in its insanity. Yes, we are in the world, but do not fall into its deceits. Anything that pulls you away from the Lord cannot be good. Yes, help those in need, but do not let your help control you. You have been called by the Lord God to walk with Him in all His ways — all of them. Walk with the Lord and know that He will guide you in all your ways.
Lord, the weeds and forceful movements of this age seek to choke out the reality You have revealed in the Good News I have received. You allow the weeds to surround me, but do not let them choke You out of my life. Help me to grow deep roots so that regardless of the times or events, I may be led by You alone, the One who is the author and finisher of my faith. Lead me into all truth.
Lord Jesus, You have come to save us. I need saving. Daily, there are those things which keep me off track and would lead me away from doing what You give me to do. Guide me now and always so that I may humbly walk in Your presence and do what is pleasing in the Father’s sight. Through all that comes my way today, help me to understand that in You alone am I to live, grow and have my being. Amen.
