James 4:7-8
“Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Come near to God and He will come near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded.”
A number of years ago I was attending an Advanced Basic Life Seminar. It was being held on a major university campus, which at that time boasted the top-ranked football team in the nation.
A group of us were walking back to the arena following the lunch break when we recognized the head coach and members of his staff walking in the same direction. The coach asked one of his staff what was going on for so many men to be present. The staff member explained that it was a Christian seminar. The coach scoffed and said, “I don’t have time for God today!”
From time to time across the years, I have thought about this famous football coach and his cynical comment. It was heartbreaking to hear such a firm rejection of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Unfortunately there are many who reject the Lord, even if they do not make such a bold statement. Even believers may become so pre-occupied with the things of the world that they simply do not have time for God.
Our Scripture for today gives us the answer. We are to make the time for God and draw near to Him and resist the devil. As we do this, He draws near to us and gives us the power to live a victorious life. Do you have time for God?
Blessings dear hearts. Draw near to God today, trust Him completely and be a blessing!
– – – Pastor Cecil