God Orders The Steps Of A Good Man ( Psalm 37:23 )

The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way.

Psalm 37:23

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I love this verse. Truly when we submit to His will He does order or set our path. Now I'm sure there are people out there thinking I don't want God setting my path out. Well, believe it or not He knows the plans He has for you and they are for you to prosper( Jeremiah 29:11 ). Now does this mean the road will always be easy? No ,but no where in scripture does it say that the Christian life is easy. We didn't sign up for the easy life, we choose to live the right way of living. We choose to conform to the image of the one who died so that we may have eternal life. No matter what trials we go through they all work for our good( Romans 8:28 ). I know it may be hard to see when going through those times. Then when we look back we see our God strengthened us through this trial. God continues to prepare us in life through trials that are for our benefit and to bring Him glory that is due.

I would like to point out how it says in the second half of the verse that he delights in his way. God delights in those who follow in His ways. God honors that man or woman and finds joy in an obedient servant/friend. Remember we are servants, but also friends as Jesus referred to us( John 15:15 ). We serve God,but He also calls us friend. I find that so awesome that He is all powerful and we serve Him,but He calls us friend. That shows you the intimate relationship He wants to have with every person, but sadly so many reject Him.

So friends I encourage you to seek His face. Ask Him to guide you in your life. Not just in major decision, but in everything. Let His Word be your compass. I guarantee the Word will never lead you wrong. Your heart( Jeremiah 17:9 ) and mind( Proverbs 14:12 ) may deceive you,but the Word never will.

For anyone reading this tonight who has not accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and personal Savior I invite you to do so. Ask Him into your heart and admit your a sinner in need of His forgiveness. Be real with Him and cast all your worries, doubts, and fears at His feet, the feet of mercy for He cares for you ( 1 Peter 5:7 ). Repent of your ways and find your identity in Jesus Christ( 2 Corinthians 5:17 ). Don't let your past or not being perfect get in the way( Psalm 103:12, Romans 3:23 ). Instead cast yourself upon His mercy( Luke 18:13 ). Remember He is waiting on you with arms wide open( John 3:16 ). In those arms you will find love( John 15:13 ), mercy( Romans 5:6-8 ), forgiveness( 1 John 1:9 ), and a grace that is sufficient( 2 Corinthians 12:9 ). Will you choose Him? Will you let Him set you free from the bonds of sin( John 8:36 )? I encourage you to do so. This is the single greatest choice you will ever make. It is a matter of life and death, life and death eternal( John 3:18 ). Don't wait, make the choice tonight( Matthew 24:36 )!

God bless,
John W. Whybrew III <><