September 9, 2011 ♥ Friday
DATE WITH GOD 126th
Devotion: The Steadfast Tree
Message from God (Ezekiel 29-32)
Vs. 31:5,
Because it was well-watered, it grew taller than other trees. Its branches grew
thick and long. Wow, how I long to grow
taller to see a much wider view of the multitudes. How I want to grow thicker
in knowledge of God’s Word and long in enduring the obstacles in life.Vs. 31:6, Every kind of bird built nests in its branches;
the wild animals bore their young in its shelter; The nations of the world
rested in its shade. That’s just how I want to be to fulfill my purpose:
to be empowered by God to be able to accommodate different personalities, to take
care of a nesting ground for true disciples of Christ, to be a mother of
multitudes! And I will be constantly fortified by God, Vs.
31:7. He is my water, He is my life. That’s my ultimate dream: to live a
life in whole dedication to the Lord.
Promise(s) to Claim
§ As long as I am well-watered by the power of God, there’s
no limit in growth and reproduction.
§ As God shapes and prunes me to become a mother of
multitudes, I will bear leaders of multitudes as well! :D
Command(s) to Follow
§ While I continue to grow taller, I should, at the same
time, grow more and more humble. I must not lift my feet off the ground.
§ This is the right place for me so I must allow roots to
reach down enough to strengthen my stand and absorb from deep-flowing streams.
Warning(s) to Remember
§ Pride will direct me to disgrace. Vs. 31:10-11 For everything comes from the Lord that all glory
must be brought back to Him.
§ Ignorance brings shame, as well. Egypt was too ignorant
of God-all-powerful.
Application and Commitment
§ Pride blocks the flow of God’s anointing and blessings. I
will persist on banning foolish pride in my life.
- I’m
doing my best to avoid fights and arguments but in case I get myself into one,
I will initiate on the first move to say sorry. Sorry does not necessarily mean
that it’s my fault; it just means valuing the relationship more than pride.
- I
will keep my feet on the ground as God takes me to the highest peaks of a truly
blessed life. I will always acknowledge that it’s all the work of the Lord
Almighty.
Note to God
Dear Father,
Goooood morning! Seems like
my devotion today is quite short and it’s all about pride. Just a while ago I
was thinking of the reason why but as always, You’ve provided me with the
answer in advance. God, You are amazing. I have greatly improved when it comes
to letting go of my stubborn pride yet You’re telling me that a certain
percentage of it is still remaining, and You’re right. *sigh* Thank You for
reminding me that I have to completely wipe it out of my system. Strengthen my will
and conviction to change to honor You, Lord.
And just as how the cedar
tree was described, I know you’ll shape me into a much better one, the best
that I can be with a God to constantly empower me. Thank You for Your unfailing
love and grace, Father. Thank You for Your reminder.
Guide me all throughout the
day and let me carry Your transforming presence wherever I go. J I love You, Lord! This is my prayer in Jesus’ name,
Amen.
