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<blockquote data-quote="money_pit_yj" data-source="post: 696749" data-attributes="member: 7710"><p>Obstacles</p><p></p><p>You ever have an obstacle or hill that no matter how much you try, something always happens and denies you? It may be an obstacle you see for the first time and watch friends crawl up it while you you spin and spin and spin and go nowhere, or an obstacle that has been a thorn in your side for years, and no matter what it just has your number. When this happens, what do we do? We identify the weak spots in our rig and make it stronger. We look to see what hindered our progress and avoid that part, but we continue to push forward until we have the right combination of equipment, skill, and line and conquer that obstacle. What about our relationship with God? Are there obstacles to us growing closer to God and maturing spiritually? Absolutely. Every day we are faced with obstacles that hinder us from growing spiritually. Whether it is contentment, fear, pride, distraction or selfishness, we all face obstacles that hinder our growth. Some of those obstacles we overcome with ease as those around us struggle. As we see the obstacles that we struggle to overcome, we have to identify those weak spots in our life and ask God to strengthen them as we pursue Him. As we grow, our obstacles will change. As a more mature believer I no longer fear spiritual growth (I actually fear not growing) but I struggle daily with distraction and selfishness. I get so caught up in the day to day business I put my relationship with God on the back burner, then when I get some free time I selfishly do something that has no impact on my spiritual growth. God commands us in Philippians, through the apostle Paul, about spiritual growth and why it is important: "..continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose." The reason we should long to be growing spiritually and overcoming those obstacles to growth is because as we grow, God works out His plan for our life. What is your obstacle? Talk to God about it, humble yourself and ask Him to help you through it and if you will put in the time with Him, He will do exceedingly abundantly more things than you can even imagine. If you quit off roading when you hit your first obstacle, you would never experience some of the amazing stories and memories you have. If you quit seeking God now or let your obstacles stop you, you will miss out on all that God will do in your life. Hebrews 10:26 says "You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised." God promises us abundant life, hope, a future, blessings, peace and joy; don't let an obstacle keep you from those promises. </p><p></p><p>I generally close each devotional I write with a prayer, most are a generic prayer meant to lead folks to pray. Some I have prayed and some I write to encourage you to pray but this one today is one that is MY prayer to God that I have been praying lately: God, let me devote as much time and effort into deepening my relationship with you as I devote to worthless things. When I abide in you I am a better father, husband, leader, and employee. Forgive me where I have put my agenda before yours. Renew my spirit to walk with you daily and use me to lead my family, grow my ministry and win souls for your Glory. Help me overcome my obstacles and continue on the path you have set me on.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="money_pit_yj, post: 696749, member: 7710"] Obstacles You ever have an obstacle or hill that no matter how much you try, something always happens and denies you? It may be an obstacle you see for the first time and watch friends crawl up it while you you spin and spin and spin and go nowhere, or an obstacle that has been a thorn in your side for years, and no matter what it just has your number. When this happens, what do we do? We identify the weak spots in our rig and make it stronger. We look to see what hindered our progress and avoid that part, but we continue to push forward until we have the right combination of equipment, skill, and line and conquer that obstacle. What about our relationship with God? Are there obstacles to us growing closer to God and maturing spiritually? Absolutely. Every day we are faced with obstacles that hinder us from growing spiritually. Whether it is contentment, fear, pride, distraction or selfishness, we all face obstacles that hinder our growth. Some of those obstacles we overcome with ease as those around us struggle. As we see the obstacles that we struggle to overcome, we have to identify those weak spots in our life and ask God to strengthen them as we pursue Him. As we grow, our obstacles will change. As a more mature believer I no longer fear spiritual growth (I actually fear not growing) but I struggle daily with distraction and selfishness. I get so caught up in the day to day business I put my relationship with God on the back burner, then when I get some free time I selfishly do something that has no impact on my spiritual growth. God commands us in Philippians, through the apostle Paul, about spiritual growth and why it is important: “..continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose.” The reason we should long to be growing spiritually and overcoming those obstacles to growth is because as we grow, God works out His plan for our life. What is your obstacle? Talk to God about it, humble yourself and ask Him to help you through it and if you will put in the time with Him, He will do exceedingly abundantly more things than you can even imagine. If you quit off roading when you hit your first obstacle, you would never experience some of the amazing stories and memories you have. If you quit seeking God now or let your obstacles stop you, you will miss out on all that God will do in your life. Hebrews 10:26 says “You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised.” God promises us abundant life, hope, a future, blessings, peace and joy; don’t let an obstacle keep you from those promises. I generally close each devotional I write with a prayer, most are a generic prayer meant to lead folks to pray. Some I have prayed and some I write to encourage you to pray but this one today is one that is MY prayer to God that I have been praying lately: God, let me devote as much time and effort into deepening my relationship with you as I devote to worthless things. When I abide in you I am a better father, husband, leader, and employee. Forgive me where I have put my agenda before yours. Renew my spirit to walk with you daily and use me to lead my family, grow my ministry and win souls for your Glory. Help me overcome my obstacles and continue on the path you have set me on. [/QUOTE]
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