1 Thessalonians 4:1 Finally, brothers, we instruct you how to live in order to please God, as in fact you are living. Now we ask you and urge you in the Lord Jesus to do this more and more.
We were only married a few months when we started attending a “home-based” group that called themselves a “church.” It really started out as being some well-meaning people that had a heart for God, but after time they were more concerned about pleasing the leader than pleasing God. They lost sight of what was really important. Fortunately after years of mental and spiritual abuse we broke free of the lies and manipulation. (I know you are thinking—years???) There are many stories I could tell about what I experienced, but it would fill this book. The bottom line is God commands us to love Him and put HIM first. That is what PLEASES God. The Bible gives us instructions on how to please the Lord. It is so important to stay in the Word daily; it helps keeps us on the right path.
I can remember as a child, being so happy knowing I did something that pleased my mother or father, and seeing the smiles on their faces. I know God loves me so much more than my earthly parents. So, can you imagine the smile on God’s face when we please Him? Let’s make God SMILE today!
Prayer: Heavenly Father, I love You and put You first in my life. I want to please You. Please help me to do what You ask and to be sensitive to Your leading.
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