Self-deception has the potential of touching every aspect of life, and it originates in fantasies that inhabit our lives. Many adolescents and adults think drug and alcohol abuse has no adverse consequences along with erroneously believing that sleep deprivation can be made up later.
The older generation of Israelites refused to cross the border and take the Promised Land because they believed winning was impossible. They totally disregarded God’s promise to intervene. Forty years later the younger generation believed God’s promise. Moses, however, was prohibited from crossing over because of his deliberate disobedience.
Can you imagine how Moses felt being left behind after forty years of longing for the Promised Land? Pain related to regret is unavoidable but facing God’s truth and applying it to your life results in heartfelt thanksgiving and peace. Wholehearted, sincere thanksgiving brings you into the presence of God. Be not dismayed by what God will do for you.
Be thankful in all circumstances. This is what God wants
from you in your life in union with Christ Jesus.
~1 Thessalonians 5:18 Good News Bible
Be merciful, O Lord, for I am looking up to you in
constant hope. Give me happiness, O Lord, for I worship only you. O Lord, you
are so good and kind, so ready to forgive, so full of mercy for all who ask
your aid.
~Psalm 86:3-5 The Living Bible
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