Control Your Desires

Control Your Desires

"Then after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death."
James 1:15

I am afraid that many people in today's culture let their desires get out of control. I have seen families desire to be in the elite crowd, and be socially accepted, get themselves in terrible situations financially and destroy their lives. They buy the big house, drive the big car, belong to the country club, and have all the so called luxuries that define success in our world today. All of these things are not bad, but so often they lead these families to do things that are wrong and sinful. Many of these, so called socialites, become alcoholics, become addicted to drugs, forget about God, and do other things just to be accepted in the social climate of this world. When desires are focused on being accepted by the world, it leads to sin and more sin, as this is what the world demands to be accepted. If you find yourself today struggling to be accepted by the world, and all your time, your talents and your efforts are directed to blending in with your social crowd, it is time for you to step back and reevaluate your life. You need to realize that the number one focus in your life must be God. You must make Him number one in all that you do, and establish a relationship with Him by daily prayer and reading the Bible. Your wants and desires need to be aligned with God's plan for your life, and when they are, you will have your priorities straight. One day your life will end, and all the things of this world will pass away, and the only thing that will matter at this time is whether you know Jesus as your Savior. Don't let your desires keep you from experiencing an eternity in Heaven.