“There is a way that seems right to a man,
But its end is the way of death.” Proverbs 14:12
This is about the means you employ to justify your ends. We all set goals and implement plans to be successful.
The difficulty is human thinking can easily lead you astray of God. You may have a very logical and well thought out plan but if this plan is not in accord with God you are headed for trouble. Or, you might achieve your goal and then your life turns into shambles.
First of all, make your plans and share them with God. Seek His wisdom and guidance for your life.
Secondly, be flexible and willing to change your goals depending upon the leading of God. Remember, God does not like the predictable because it draws you away from the principle of faith.
God knows you better than you know yourself. He understands the depth of your personality and all your strengths and weaknesses. Do you think you can second guess your Creator?
God is omniscient and knows every detail of your life-past, present, and future. What a great reason to live under the canopy of His protection!
God has to be invested in all your plans or the outcome will be a disaster. God ways are contrary to the ways of the world. In fact, He tells you the wisdom of the world is foolishness to God.
Let’s get back to the means utilized to justify your ends. This begins with the gift of salvation. Without this, you have no hope for life. Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life.
As a believer, the means (or tactics) are vital to your success. The most important priority is to come into a personal and vibrant relationship with the Living God. This will happen when you make a wholehearted decision to live for Jesus and invite the Holy Spirit to have authority over your life.
The means of a spiritual person will keep you tuned into God and and on track with His path for your life. This will not always relate to your goals.
Pray each day to God. Commit your works to God and ask Him to establish His thoughts in your mind. Remember, you have the mind of Christ.
Ask God to convict you of any thoughts or actions that are not pleasing to Him.
Pray for strength, wisdom, and protection. Ask the Lord to be a lamp unto your feet and a light unto your pathway.
Pray for your family, friends, and those who God brings to your mind.
Learn to be sensitive to the Holy Spirit and open to hear His voice.
Spend some time each day reading the Word and ask the Holy Spirit to show you how to appropriate the values of Jesus into your life.
Find a comfortable church and/or support group that teaches the truths of God.
Finally, it is not by might nor by power but by the Spirit of God. He lives so you can live!
Hal Hollister Ministry 