Tested and Approved

Scripture: Romans 16:10 Greet Apelles, tested and approved in Christ.
Greet those who belong to the household of Aristobulus.

Observation: That is what I want to be is tested and approved in Christ. I continue to get tested, but most of the time I fall short of being approved. My thoughts are too much on me and not enough on what God wants of me. I feel I hear God’s voice, but ignore it or make excuses.

Application: I need to devote more time for things of God. This is the first time in months I’ve written in this journal and I find myself watching more and more television. Even now we are planning a Thanksgiving Dinner for the poor and I’m beginning to get nervous and getting selfish with my time.

Prayer: Dear Lord guide your servant and give me strength and discipline to do the things of you. Please take this laziness away that I may honor you and be approved of Christ.