Do Right!

So get rid of all uncleanness and all that remains of wickedness, and with a humble spirit receive the word [of God] which is implanted [actually rooted in your heart], which is able to save your souls. JAMES 1:21 AMP

Another version admonishes us to 'lay aside' all uncleanness. It is my responsibility to do so, and grace to do is only available in the same one who admonishes. This becomes very important when you consider that God does not condone sin. For anyone who will walk with and work for God must avoid all sin at any cost.

If I am to avoid sin, then what am I to pursue? Today's extract says: "receive the word of God implanted in your heart". As earlier pointed out, I again have a role to play. I'm not a mindless creature, taking all that comes and unable to decide what is right; God has given grace to know and choose what is right. Today's extract also highlights the attitude with which I must approach: with humility. When I have 'arrived', God cannot take me where he desires. When I think I have it all, God has nothing further to teach me.

The Word of God has to be an integral part of me, not an occasional distraction. It must be implanted, taking root in my heart. What is rooted is a part of me, what is not rooted can be swept away when the storms of life come. God's focus is always eternal in scope and effect. He would not do or say anything which has no bearing on our eternity. I must therefore trust that he knows what he is doing, and his word can be trusted. What is your response? His time of favour is here.