DO YOU LOVE GOD?



"By living right, you show that you respect the Lord; by being deceitful, you show that you despise him."
~ Proverbs 14:2 (CEV)

I feel like King Solomon was stating a hard truth when he wrote the verse above, because at the end of the day, we are more defined by what we do than what we say. We may claim to be something, yet our actions and lifestyle often say otherwise.

Take a moment to reflect on what your lifestyle reveals about you. Does it align with who you claim to be, or is it far removed from your words?

It's like the proverbial stingy man who says, "Eat and drink," but his heart is not with you. This shows that verbal statements can be empty. We may say one thing but mean another, and words alone carry little weight.

Therefore, it's not about what you say, but how you live—your culture, your habits, and your values.

When asked if we love God, we are quick to say yes. But do we truly love Him? Do our actions and inactions show respect for Him or contempt?

Dearest reader, reflect on this. Not just in your relationship with God, but in how you treat people and respond to situations. Remember, the way you live reveals what is truly in your heart.

P.S. This July, I'm hosting a 31-day Proverbs Challenge, where we read a chapter of Proverbs daily and share what resonates with us. If you're interested, click this link to join: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Bxe6bvajLAC06FSYH8MPTY



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