Hal Hollister Ministry posted: " "You shall have no other gods before Me." Exodus 20:3 The Holy Spirit spoke this admonition to me last night. At times, we all engage in other gods and make Jesus a lower priority in our lives. This is the biggest reason believers lapse away from the " Hal Hollister Ministry
"You shall have no other gods before Me." Exodus 20:3
The Holy Spirit spoke this admonition to me last night. At times, we all engage in other gods and make Jesus a lower priority in our lives. This is the biggest reason believers lapse away from the presence of God. You and I have to face this conflict every day of our lives.
These precious words from God about fleeing from other gods are contradictory to the ways of the world and human behavior.
God is very jealous and does not want to share you with other gods.
The other gods might be compulsive behaviors, immorality, seeking riches and a luxury life, work pursuits or just the pleasures of life.
The human condition to live for self is in direct conflict with the most important principle of God. We are to seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness.
When you violate this spiritual command from God you open the door to misery and destruction.
Jesus must come first in your life. Your goal should be to vigorously seek His will for your life.
Jesus wants to create a perfect balance in your life. The order of priorities are God, family, work and pleasure.
You cannot accomplish this goal through your own efforts. Your fleshly desires are too intense and will cause you to fall out of balance with God.
Here is a suggestion to help you identify these other gods. Examine your life by asking yourself this question; "Do you spend your time, money or pursuits in an inordinate fashion?"
Most importantly, the Holy Spirit desires to keep you on track with God. He knows you better then you know yourself.
He lives in you and is the life of Jesus. Commit your works each day to God and invite the Holy Spirit to have authority over your life.
Listen to the voice of God with an open heart and seek the conviction of the Holy Spirit.
The law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus will set you free from the law of sin and death. This is your safety net living in the world.
Walk with God yielding to the Holy Spirit and He will keep you in the perfect pathway of Jesus.
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