“But the man who looks intently into the perfect law that gives freedom, and continues to do this, not forgetting what he has heard, but doing it–he will be blessed in what he does.” James 1:25 (NIV)
It amazes me how clean and quiet everything looks after a snowfall. A brown yard covered in leaves has a whole new look with a pure, white coating of snow. Nothing has changed underneath; however, it’s just covered over long enough to look different. Soon the snow will melt, and the yard will be back to yucky brown leaves.
I’m studying the book of James through the Beth Moore series at my church, and she reminds us to “not become a forgetful listener.” When we’ve heard a sermon or gone through a Bible study, it’s like a fresh snowfall in our hearts and lives. We have enthusiasm to apply what we have heard. If it’s a message on prayer, we purpose in our minds to pray more. If it’s a message on serving, we are ready to jump on the first opportunity that comes along. However if our hearts haven’t changed, the spiritual snow will melt away leaving us stuck in the mud of good intentions. When it comes to reading and studying God’s Word, he requires that we truly apply His principles so we are changed from the inside out. Until we have a change of heart and live what we read, we can’t fully enjoy the freedom and blessings God’s Word offers.
“Dear God, There are so many Bible studies and sermons that have “stepped on our toes” but only temporarily. Show us the areas where we need to put action to Your scriptures and begin to change from the inside out. Thank You for Your Word that gives us clear instructions that leads us to blessings when we follow them.”
For His Glory,
Katrina Redman
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