From Regret to Renewal
“If only you had paid attention to my commands, your peace would have been like a river, your well-being like the waves of the sea” (Isaiah 48:18 NIV).
Yes, if only!
I’ve known many of God’s commands for most of my life. For example, I know I should rejoice when I experience various troubles, cast all my cares on God, and give thanks in all circumstances.
Has my peace been like a river and my well-being like the waves of the sea? Not as much as I wish. I knew the commands, but too often I failed to put them into practice. I didn’t rejoice when I faced troubles, leave my cares with God, or live in gratitude. Instead, I did what many humans do: I became angry, grumpy, and irritated.
But even now, I remember a Chinese proverb that says that the best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago, and the second-best time is now. So, the best time to start practicing Christ’s teachings was when I first learned of God’s love. The second-best time is now.
I have a new day to pay more attention to and obey God’s commands.
Think about it: What command of Christ will I live out today?
Prayer: Today, I surrender myself more fully to You, Lord. Let this be a season of learning to hear You more clearly and obey You more fully. Amen.
May you have peace like a river today, my friends. Please share this post with others if you found it helpful or a blessing.
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