. . . choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve . . . —Joshua 24:15
This day whom have I decided to serve? We serve something. We may think we are Masters of our lives; but we serve something. There is a default. Unless we choose something different, we will serve Satan. It is only in his best interest for us not to decide.
We must choose to follow Christ. This is not just a one time decision. We must make that decision “this day” and every day. By choosing to follow Christ we are taking control by releasing control. Self control of our lives is not an option. Choose to be controlled by the One who loves you more than anyone. The One who has proved that control by dying for you and wanted the best for you.
The Christian life is a life of willful exercise of following Him, a daily decision and a daily walk.
If we want direction and meaning in our lives there is only one way: a constant and repeated decision to follow Him. Openly declare to Him, “I will be faithful.” But remember that as soon as you choose to be faithful to Jesus Christ, “You are witnesses against yourselves . . .” ( Joshua 24:22 ). Don’t consult with other Christians, but simply and freely declare before Him, “I will serve You.” Will to be faithful— and give other people credit for being faithful too.
Will to Be Faithful and we will be blessed.
Nick
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