Devotion for Wednesday, March 18, 2026

“But from the beginning of creation, God made them male and female.  For this reason a man shall leave his father and mother, and the two shall become one flesh; so they are no longer two, but one flesh.  What therefore God has joined together, let no man separate” (Mark 10:6-9).

God made them and God made us.  In our world, we are encouraged to choose our identity.  We hear from the meaning of the first article in the Creed that God made each one of us.  Either God made you or else you get to determine who you will be.  It boils down to that.  The Son has come to make you in the image of Christ.  To live the Christian life is to be created each day and proceed as the Lord will make of you what He will.

Lord, this world promotes independence and seeking for the self, but You are the One who made me.  Help me to not fall into the trap of thinking that I am independent from You.  Help me to see that if You are not the One making me, I am on the broad road which leads to destruction.  Guide me in the way of living the life You give me no matter the cost so that I may be with You forever.

Thank You Lord Jesus for reminding us that all things have their being because of You.  You have come to lead all who believe into a life that is defined by righteousness.  Lead me in this life and help me to not be distracted by the constant noise of this world.  You alone must be the One who leads, for I am often confused by all of the conflicting ideas that swirl around me in this world.  Help me Jesus.  Amen.