How Stubborn are we?

I have been studying the book of Exodus and wondering how the people of Egypt felt when the pharaoh ignored God's warnings and they were inundated with the plagues. It makes me wonder if I am listening to our Lord and living accordingly.

Now I know I will not have the plagues sent down on me, however I do want to receive all of God's blessings and when we live our lives according to our wants and needs and not what God has in mind for us He must shake His head in disbelief. Are we so stubborn that we choose not to listen and obey?

As a child when we disappoint our parents we feel guilty or should. As Christians hopefully our conscience dictates our behavior; but when we step beyond our Christian boundaries and live our lives according to society it is possible to lose our way.

It is through our faith in our Lord, Jesus, that will give us strength to follow His path and not society's. As we mature in our Christian walk we gain confidence to stand strong. To trust in God and all He has for us. In times of trials as well as joys we must elect to follow what is right in the sight of God not what the world deems acceptable.

It is pure joy to feel His love, know He forgives our sins and to rejoice in the Holy Spirit as it flows through our souls. When praying and praising our Lord we are drawn closer to Him, which then allows us to hear which path God wants us on. This allows us to shine for God and live according to His ways so others may also see the path.

Matthew 5:16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.

I pray we go forward this day spending time in prayer, learning what God has in store for each of us and knowing the difference between His ways and the ways of the world. God Bless....

Smiles & Blessings,
Cynthia Collins Kaitfors