Including You

There are lots of things in this world that try to get our attention, our focus. Man, have you heard some of the vehicle offers going on right now? How about offers for travel? There is always some offer for a new credit card or a new line of credit. Oh, and don't forget about all the premium channels on television that you can get a special deal on (this month only).

We are bombarded by things every day that are meant to attract our attention. We see things and hear things multiple times each day that can easily distract us, if we allow them to. These distractions, in and of themselves, are not bad. They can actually be a welcomed respite from all that is happening around us from time to time. However...

Today's word is 1 John 2:16, KJV, which reads, "For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world."

When we allow the distractions to draw our attention, our focus, off of JESUS and His will for our lives, they become a problem. There is nothing wrong with wanting a new vehicle, a new house, the latest kitchen gadget, but, when we allow those things to become more important than serving the LORD and doing His will, we have allowed those things to become our GOD.

With all that is going on around us at this particular time and season, it is easy to get distracted and discouraged. BUT, don't let the things of this world, the good nor the bad, distract you from the One that has it all and holds it all in the palm of His hand, including you.

Be Blessed,
Mickey T