As I seek to know You better, I realize how little I have known myself.   I have not fully understood Your mercy, because I have not fully understood my own guilt before You.

            And yet, just as You called Abraham, You have also called me to a special purpose.   Sometimes it is hard for me to understand that You would call me. I have done nothing to earn Your favor.  I have even ignored Your outstretched hand – sometimes when I needed it most!   And yet, You have established a purpose for my life before I was even born.

Lord, right now I embrace what You have planned for me.  I will “believe” You with my life today.   Just as Abraham left everything to follow You, I want to walk where You lead me today.  I acknowledge that there are works, which You have prepared beforehand for me to do. Thank You for preparing me perfectly for each moment.  Thank You that I can face this day with confidence in You!  I trust You now to lead the way today!

(Bruce Wilkinson, WALK THROUGH THE PENTATEUCH)

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