"I have set before you life and death, blessing and curse. Choose life so that you and your descendants may live, love the Lord your God, obey Him, and remain faithful to Him. For He is your life, and He will prolong your life in the land the Lord swore to give to your father Abraham, Isaac and Jacob" -- Deuteronomy 30:19-20 / Holman Christian Standard Bible
Sometimes, because you are an imperfect human being, you may become so wrapped up in meeting society's expectations that you fail to focus on God's expectations. To do so is a mistake of major proportions - don't make it. Instead, seek God's guidance as you focus your energies on becoming the best "you" that you can possibly be. And, when it comes to matters of conscience, seek approval not from your peers, but from your Creator.
Whom will you try to please today: God or man? Your primary obligation is not to please imperfect men and women. Your obligation is to strive diligently to meet the expectations of an all-knowing and perfect God. Trust Him always. Love Him always. Praise Him always. And make choices that please Him. Always.
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"Faith is not a feeling; it is action. It is a willed choice" -- Elisabeth Elliot
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Lord, today, we will choose to please You and only You. We will obey Your commandments and we will praise You for Your gifts, for your love, and for Your Son.
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