Taking Root

Taking Root "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline." Proverbs 1:7 How can you allow the Word of God (seed) to take root in you? It is hard to get into a routine where you worship God the way you should. The following are only a few examples: STAY IN CHURCH! Attend a Spirit filled church services regularly so you can learn, grow, and fellowship with other believers. Go no matter what you have to sacrifice to get there. If you're sick the church can pray for you. Prayer works! (Acts 19:39; James 2:2) READ YOUR BIBLE! A few passages daily will help you grow tremendously. If you will take a few minutes in the morning to read a passage or two and then meditate on them throughout the day, you will be surprised what that does for you. It gives the Word a chance to take root in you! (Psalm 119:105; Proverbs 6:22,23) MEDITATE ON THE WORD! Think about what you have heard, read, studied! Take notes for later reference to help you remember. By doing so this gives you something to refer back to at later time to study and meditate over. (Psalms. 1:2; 1 Timothy 4: 15). PRAY! This is communication between you and God. He wants to hear from you! You can't edify (feed) your spirit if you don't pray. God listens! (1 Kings 8:28; Psalm. 66:18; James 5:16) LISTEN! God will speak to you either through His Word (the bible), others, by the still voice inside, even audible as He wills. No matter how He speaks, He will speak, but you must be still long enough to listen. (1 John 1:1; Rev. 3:20) GET INVOLVED! You were called to do more than to be a benchwarmer on the pew! There is something you can do even if it is praying for others. Not doing anything gives the enemy ample opportunity to steal your seed. (Psalm. 8:6; Philippians. 1:6) Robert W. Brock My Daily Devotional Volume Six December 20