14 Feb 2009

"...First go and be reconciled with your brother; then come and offer your gift." Matt 5:24

"He is saying in essence, 'Don't say another word to me; first be obedient by making things right.'" Oswald Chambers My Utmost for His Highest July 27

I remember telling myself that it is just too hard to obey; that this week had been hard on me and it was just too easy to let my guard down and show my frustration by frowning, rolling my eyes, and shaking my head..

I told myself that I deserve to indulge in a little annoyance because I haven't done so for a long time. That must've irritated God.

The next time I feel like putting my defenses down and think how easy, tempting it is to indulge, I must bear in mind that that easier it is, the harder it will be for me to get right with God.

J.B.