Consider Your Ways
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Scripture for This DBM
Haggai 1:5
Additional references: Jeremiah 6:16, Haggai 2:15, Haggai 2:18
Message in Brief
In this daily message, Pastor Ratna Maitra reflects on Haggai 1:5, where the Lord instructs His people to consider their ways. Many people work hard for years yet experience lack of growth, satisfaction, or fruitfulness because they put their own desires ahead of God. Drawing parallels to the Israelites who neglected God's work, the prodigal son who realized his mistake, and warnings against laziness, stubbornness, and excuses, she encourages believers to pause, examine their spiritual condition, and align their lives with God's word to receive His true blessings and guidance.
Key Truths
- God calls us to pause and examine our lifestyle, actions, and spiritual relationship with Him.
- Neglecting God's word and prioritizing personal gain leads to fruitlessness despite hard labor.
- True growth requires honesty, turning away from excuses, laziness, and wrong influences, and returning to God.
Apply It Today
Take time today to pause and evaluate your daily habits, priorities, and spiritual walk. Examine whether God holds first place in your life or if personal plans and excuses have sidelined Him. Choose to turn back to His word and walk in obedience.
Reflect
What areas of your life need re-examination today to ensure that God remains your primary focus?
Prayer
Lord Jesus, help us to consider our ways and examine our hearts. Forgive us when we drift away or prioritize our own desires over Your kingdom. Grant us the wisdom to walk in obedience to Your word. Amen.
