Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8
Be self-controlled and alert. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour.
Observation: I must be aware of my behavior and thoughts, keeping them in line with God’s plan as best I can. Satan is lurking, ready to take advantage of weakness.
Application: I can only remain alert to His plan by staying close to Him through intentionally listening and studying his word. I need to also be aware that Satan is there, watching and waiting. Rather than let him have any opportunity, I must tune myself in to the voice of the Holy Spirit and follow that.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank you for calling me to study your word and carry it in my heart. These last few days I have really felt a tugging to do as you direct, rather than as I might choose on my own. Please continue to prompt me to follow the direction you have already given me. Guide me in staying alert to your direction and growing in my relationship with you, pushing away the urges to not change that come from the enemy. Thanks for those whispers in my ear and in my heart that come from the Holy Spirit.
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