Ezekiel 11:19-20 (NLT)
And I will give them singleness of heart and put a new spirit within
them. I will take away their stony, stubborn heart and give them a tender,
responsive heart, so they will obey my decrees and regulations. Then they will
truly be my people, and I will be their God.
Singleness of
heart—unity—something our nation is sorely lacking at this time. We recognize
the fragmentation of family units, communities, political groups and such. But
I think we find a word of encouragement in today’s passage.
When we remain
steadfast in putting God first in all things, we see change taking place that
starts from within. With the Lord’s guidance and his spirit within us, we lose
those things that hinder us from serving him. Some of the hesitations and
reservations in our heart begin to melt. In its place we find a tender
responsive heart ready to reach out to others in need. As we begin to reach
out, others may notice and gain the courage to join us in starting a chain
reaction of kindness. In those moments we begin to understand what it means to
be a people of God. And a people of God with singleness of heart can change a
fragmented nation.
Gracious Heavenly Father,
Too often we doubt
how we can be of service to you. Guide us in understanding that the change
taking place in our own heart can make a difference in the lives of those with
whom we have daily interactions. As we join with others to truly be people of
God—your people—let us lead the way for changing the heart of our nation.
In Christ’s name we
pray, Amen.
Respectfully written and submitted by
Dotty Willmon, Resurrection Christian—looking for the blessed hope of
Christ’s return!
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