Are We Ready for the Test?

Scripture Exodus 15:25 Then Moses cried out to the LORD, and the LORD showed him a piece of wood. He threw it into the water, and the water became sweet.
There the LORD made a decree and a law for them, and there he tested them.

Observation: Each day is a test if we are going to follow God or our own desires. We normally start out okay, praying and thanking God for all He has given us. Then we have to leave the house and into the world, which has become so corrupt. How many mistakes do we make in a day, do we join in on unwholesome talk, gossip, did we lie, look lustfully at someone, treat someone poorly, and miss opportunities to share our faith. God points out not doing good when we have the opportunity is the same as doing evil. What grade did you get on your test yesterday? Was it a passing mark or did you fail. Keep studying there’ll be another test tomorrow.

Application: Need to be prepared for each day’s test. Knowing that it will come will help me prepare. I need to be observant on what is happening and be ready with the right response. Need to study God’s word so I have the right answer for the things that come up and to know the ruler in this world is my enemy and will do whatever to trip me up.

Prayer: My Lord I need to have my life an open book test. That you will guide me through this and give me the answers. Help me seek you throughout each day looking for answers and being a doer of your word. That there will be no question that I avoid, but try to answer them all in your precious name.