It’s one thing to pray for a larger house, a newer car or for a salary increase. It’s another thing to ask the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob to search our hearts and test our thoughts. The Bible reveals that God is omniscient, omnipotent, and omnipresent. In fact, He knows us better than we know ourselves. Nothing catches our Father off guard.

Health experts tell us that annual physical exams are wise and necessary. Early detection is key to physical health and personal longevity. Spiritual health requires periodic exams, too. Therefore, we make a decision and set a date to get away from the obligations and responsibilities of the daily grind. We desire solitude with the One who can reveal the most intimate things about us. During the moments of solitude, we ask the Lord to search our hearts and attitudes. Is Jesus still our First Love? Are we guilty of simply going through the motions of being a Christian? Do we really love people? Are we flirting with temptation? Do we live with an attitude of humility or pride?

Our solitude and transparency with God may lead to incredible personal change. It may just be that God is going to use the NEW YOU to be a catalyst for GREAT CHANGE around you.

How long has it been since your last spiritual examination?

PRAY TODAY:

• Take a few moments to get real honest with God. Ask him like David “Is there any thing in my life that is not pleasing you to, test my thoughts, let me know, I want my whole life to be pleasing to you.” Confess what He reveals, do what He asks and enjoy the peaceful feeling of being right with Him.

• Pray that the Children and Youth of our church would grow in their knowledge and obedience of God’s Word and would rise up to be a generation that would stand strong on the Truth of the Word of God. 2 Timothy 3:16-17 “All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right. God uses it to prepare and equip his people to do every good work.”