“As obedient children, do not be conformed to the passions of your former ignorance, but as He who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct.” 1 Peter 1: 14&15 (ESV)
It’s here. No, not yet. Maybe next week. Spring. Is it just me or is spring seeming to do a peek-a-boo dance this year? My snow denial, SD for short, has kicked in a few times. Fortunately, the snow melts quickly in Virginia and I was able to get out and get food for my family. I am so ready to see temperatures that are higher than my age!
Another annual event is kicking in for me: spring cleaning. It’s that time of year when I actually look forward to cleaning, plan for what I’ll clean and stick to my plan! I have a couple of rooms where I’ll reconfigure the furniture. An outside job will require a contractor to help. I may even paint the kitchen cupboards. We’ll have to see how long spring lasts this year.
Lately, along with my spring cleaning list, I’ve been sensing a buildup of spiritual filth. Kind of like the laundry is getting a bit out of control. Oh, I excuse away this chore left unattended. Of course, Kay Arthur’s Titus study is bound to do that to a girl no doubt. The issues I’m having with others are their shortcomings, not mine. This can’t be that bad. But in truth, coming face to face with my Creator in these regards is a bit formidable.
God calls us to holiness, as He is holy. He brings areas of our lives to our attention to set us free, to become more like His son and to serve Him more fully. Out of love, He allows events to occur. He allows our hearts to break so that He might display the richness of walking in His ways. He will hold our hearts, teach us His truth and glorify Himself. If we choose.
So, may I boldly go before the Father. Allow Him to search my heart and identify those areas of my heart and life that need cleaning. Repent. Embark on a course of change. Admit that I can do this only through the Lord’s grace and surrendering to the Holy Spirit.
“Father, sometimes I look for, seek after and expect easy. But hard places come so that You can show Yourself to be a Faithful Father. May I allow the Holy Spirit to do His work in me.”
For His Glory
Kathryn Hayman
TRBC Women’s Life
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