When The Door Slams
The Devil who rules this world has blinded the minds of those who do not believe. They cannot see the light of the Good News-the Good News about the glory of Christ, who is exactly like God . 2 Corinthians 4:4
When you are blinded, you cannot see things as they really are, even though others around you see them clearly. You cannot experience the full reality of all that there is to life, yet you may be unaware that you are missing what God desires for you. You may even be in danger because of your blindness and not even know it.
Paul warned that the "god of this age" can blind you to the reality of Jesus Christ. Christ 's presence can make a significant difference in your life. However, if Satan convinces you to doubt that Christ can do what He promised, the Devil will have blinded you to the reality of what your life is really like and to what it could become. Others may see what your unbelief causes you to miss, but you will be unaware of it. Your life may be steadily moving toward disaster, but you will be oblivious to it. In other words: The lights on, but no one home.
Think about this: Christ comes to you as light (John 1:4, 5,9). He illuminates your sin so that you see its ugliness and destructiveness. Christ Jesus reveals Himself so that you can appreciate the glory of His person and the marvelous riches He brings. His presence light your path so that you can see impending danger. Don't let the god of this age distort your spiritual vision. Don't be fooled into thinking that everything is as it should be, when it is not, when you are living a lie. When in fact, you are missing out on so much that God wants to do in your life. Ask Christ Jesus to illuminate your life and let you see clearly your spiritual condition.
People cannot see their own mistakes. Forgive me for my secret sins. Keep me from the sins of pride; don't let them rule me. Then I can be pure and innocent of the greatest of sins (Ps.19:12,13). Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths. Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord and depart from evil. It will be health to your flesh and strength to your bones (Prov. 3:5-8).
Ask the Spirit to search your heart and reveal any areas of unconfessed sin. Acknowledge these to the Lord Jesus and thank Him for His forgiveness.
Never Rest Ministries
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