WHAT'S IN THE WAY?
We are human, but we don’t wage war as humans do. We use God’s mighty weapons, not worldly weapons, to knock down the strongholds of human reasoning and to destroy false arguments. We destroy every proud obstacle that keeps people from knowing God. We capture their rebellious thoughts and teach them to obey Christ.
2 Corinthians 10:3-5 (NLT)
What was in my way? I wanted a career change and applied for different positions that interested me. I prayed and sought God and moved ahead. I was frustrated because I couldn’t even get an interview! This was not the direction God wanted me to go, but my pride told me I should get one of these jobs. Once I submitted to God’s authority and direction, He clearly showed me the path He wanted me to take, which wasn’t one I had thought of at all.
Things in our lives can keep us from knowing God and having a deeper relationship with Him. What’s an obstacle for you? Maybe it’s a phone or social media. Perhaps it’s an unhealthy relationship. These obstacles are unique to each of us and require us to honestly reflect on our lives and ask God to help us identify what they are.
Whatever’s standing between you and a more intimate relationship with God must be removed so you can grow closer to Him. It will be difficult and possibly even painful, but it will be worth it!
APPLICATION:
Spend time reflecting on and writing down how much time you spend on different things. Do any of these jump out as potential obstacles? Pray about these and ask God to show you what you need to remove from your daily life.
PRAYER:
Dear God,
I know that there are things that come between me and You. Reveal these to me and help me overcome them. I want to draw closer to You, knowing these obstacles must be removed first. Give me the strength to put these aside and look to You.
I love and thank You and pray this in Jesus’ name, Amen.