Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, – Hebrews 12:1 (NIV)
Today’s verse is one that can really challenge you if you give it some thought. As you read it, here are a few things to consider.
- What determines the decisions I make?
- What do I have the most fun talking about?
- What types of things do I enjoy spending my money on?
- Are there things that cause me to disobey God? If so, what are they?
The answers to these questions can be really eye opening. They can show you who or what is really determining the love of your heart.
We can often let the distractions and the exciting and fun things of the world begin to take over our heart. What we should do is what today’s Bible verse says. We should throw off every thing that hinders us. Why should we do this? The answer is because the creator God is a god of love. He made us, and He alone knows what will fulfill us.
We often think if we just get a new job, new clothes or some thing, we will be fulfilled. And those things might fulfill us for a time, but if we want lasting fulfillment, it comes by know Him. And not just knowing Him, but by letting Him call the shots in our lives. It’s when we fully surrender to Him that He brings the things into our lives that provide us with the most joy and fulfillment.
So today, if there are things or desires that have crept into your heart that steal your commitment away from God, make the adjustments you need to make. Determine that no one other than God will sit on the throne of your heart. It’s when you fully surrender that you find the most fulfillment in Him.
