Joshua 1:8 (NIV) –“This book of the law shall not depart out of your mouth; you shall meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to act in accordance with all that is written in it.”
Well the time is fast approaching when we will have toys and games, bikes and tricycles that need to be assembled so that we can put these treasured gifts under the Christmas tree. We have all shunned the need to read the instruction manuals that accompany the newly acquired items. We figure we are smart enough and astute enough to figure out how to put it together; how it operates; and how to maintain it. But in actuality when reality sets in, we realize there is always an extra bolt or screw left over when we do it our way.
Often our attempts to do-it-yourself can lead to costly malfunctions. Some things are too complex and intricate to leave up to educated guessing. Such intricacy is seen in life on planet Earth and God, our Creator, has provided a basic instruction manual (the Bible) with guidelines, case studies, testimonials and even some step-by-step instructions for many daily situations.
While everything we encounter in the human experience is not spelled out verbatim in scripture – there are key references, notable parables and plentiful examples to help us live the life of promise God intended. Find a version of the Bible that best explains God’s word in a way that is clear to you; join a Bible study and ask God for His enlightenment of the scripture. Read the book. It truly is a life-saver!
Every day is a good day; it is up to us to make it a victoriously GREAT day! Be blessed! Rev. Dr. JoAnn
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