DAY 18 ~ Loss of your first love?
“Nevertheless I have this against you, that you have left your first love. Remember therefore from where you have fallen; repent and do the first works...” (Revelation 2:3)
Anything that competes with our love for Jesus can become a substitute for our affections and worship. In His letter to the Church of Ephesus in Rev 2, Jesus wasn’t rebuking them for simply diminished passion. He told them if they didn’t return to their “first works” (intimacy, prayer), He would remove their “lampstand” (place of influence).
Most believers spend more time watching TV in ONE DAY that in all spiritual pursuits combined for an entire WEEK! The church is in danger of continuing to give token devotion to God on Sundays while assimilating to our culture’s idolatry during the week. Where are we spending our time, money, and our affections?
Prayer Points:
*Jesus, forgive me for pursuing other “lovers” and neglecting my relationship with You. BURN in me a renewed first love for YOU!
*Forgive me for not spending time with You and indulging myself with the spirit of the world.
Most believers spend more time watching TV in ONE DAY that in all spiritual pursuits combined for an entire WEEK! The church is in danger of continuing to give token devotion to God on Sundays while assimilating to our culture’s idolatry during the week. Where are we spending our time, money, and our affections?
Prayer Points:
*Jesus, forgive me for pursuing other “lovers” and neglecting my relationship with You. BURN in me a renewed first love for YOU!
*Forgive me for not spending time with You and indulging myself with the spirit of the world.
