Instruction Book
 

"If at first you don't succeed, try reading the instructions."

Have you ever tried to assemble something without looking at the directions? I'll never forget the first gas grill I tried to assemble and then there was the big wooden swing set for my kids and then...well, you get the picture! Why do we ignore instructions and think we can find a better way?

I have found that I do the very same thing with my own life. There have been many times that I have ignored God's instruction (His Word) and done what I thought was best. Actually, it didn't even have to be what I thought was best, but simply what felt good at the moment that dictated my actions.

What does God's Word say?:

Joshua 1:8 "Do not let this Book of the Law depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful."

Too many times we make decisions based on our feelings...or our own opinion. If I assembled a gas grill based on my feelings and opinions then, chances are, a major explosion is in my near future! Obedience means going by the book.

If doing things in your strength, and power, is failing, why not check the owner's manual? Christ wants to change your life...He wants to "re-assemble" you into His likeness. A chapter a day out of the book of John is a great place to begin. Start reading the instructions today!


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