Do you think the Scriptures have no meaning? They say that God is passionate that the spirit he has placed within us should be faithful to him. – James 4:5 (NLT)
Wow, today’s verse is really powerful. First of all, it challenges our love for scripture. Do we place value on scripture? Is the Bible your main guide in life? Or do you seek approval of others, or what the world says for how you live your life?
That’s a powerful thing to consider. Who do I love most? Do I love the world, it’s flashy fun, it’s draw? Or do I love the Bible? Is the Bible where I spend my time and attention?
Here’s the second thing about this verse. The Spirit is jealous of us.
That’s so exciting to me. I feel like we all want to be wanted. We want our crush to notice us, and like us. We want them to chase after us, spoil us, and show us how special we are to them. And yet, that’s exactly what the Holy Spirit will do for us.
The Holy Spirit is jealous for us. He wants our hearts, He wants our attention, He wants all of us. He wants us to be faithful to Him. Just like we want our crush to be jealous of us, the Holy Spirit already is. He wants your whole heart.
So today, ask yourself, am I faithful to the things of God? Do I love spending time with God in prayer, worship, and the Bible? Or do I seek the approval of others and the world? It’s important to decide for whom you’re living. Though it’s not always the easiest way, living for God will always pay rewards in the end!
