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Escape the Burning Building

Repent, Don't Regret/Choose Your Master, Not Your Misery

Verse 1: Proverbs 1:29-31 
"Because they hated knowledge and did not choose the fear of the Lord, would have none of my counsel and despised all my reproof, therefore they shall eat the fruit of their way, and have their fill of their own devices."

Verse 2: Mark 8:38 
"For whoever is ashamed of me and of my words in this adulterous and sinful generation, of him will the Son of Man also be ashamed when he comes in the glory of his Father with the holy angels."

Devotional Thought:

In our daily lives, we often face choices that can lead us either towards a life aligned with God's will or towards a path that leads to destruction. Just like someone trapped inside a burning building, we must make a decision to escape before it's too late. Similarly, in our spiritual journey, we must choose to repent rather than regret our choices. 

The book of Proverbs reminds us that those who reject knowledge and ignore God's counsel will ultimately suffer the consequences. When we disregard God's wisdom found in His Word, we are left to rely on our own devices which often lead to pain and regret.

In Mark 8:38, Jesus warns us not to be ashamed of Him or His teachings. In a world full of sin and temptation, it can be easy to conform to societal pressures instead of standing firm in our faith. However, Jesus urges us to choose Him as our Master rather than being enslaved by misery.

Repentance is not just about feeling sorry for our wrongdoings; it involves turning away from sin and choosing to follow Jesus wholeheartedly. When we repent and surrender our lives to Christ, He forgives us completely and empowers us to live in alignment with His will. By choosing Jesus as our Master, we escape the burning building of sin and find true freedom and peace in Him.

Today, let us examine our hearts and ask ourselves if there are areas in which we have chosen worldly pleasures over God's ways. If so, let us turn away from those things, repent, and fully commit ourselves to following Jesus. Remember, when we choose Jesus as our Master, we can live a life free from regret and filled with the abundant blessings that come from walking in obedience to His teachings.

Prayer:
Dear Lord, forgive us for the times we have disregarded Your wisdom and chosen our own ways. Help us to choose You as our Master instead of being enslaved by worldly desires. Grant us the courage to repent of our sins and align our lives with Your will. In Jesus' name, amen.

Take some time today to reflect on your choices and actions in light of God's Word. Is there anything you need to repent of? How can you choose Jesus as your Master instead of being enslaved by worldly pleasures? May God bless you as you seek Him wholeheartedly!

By: Shane Lents 
12/21/2023

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