Search Me Oh God....Psalm 139: 23-24
" Search me, O God, and know my heart;
test me and know my anxious thoughts.
Point out anything that is in my that offends you,
and lead me along the path of everlasting life."
Surrender....it is such a hard concept for most of us. What does it mean to open ourselves up and ask the Lord to truly search our hearts and our souls? It takes courage and a willingness to not only accept the insight God gives but also a committment to making a change in our lives that results in obedience to Him. God, take me on this journey of self examination. Search me, O God, and know my anxious thoughts. Search me, O God, and show me the areas of disobedience in my life. Search me, O God, and help me to see the areas in my life that have become strongholds. Lord, I don't want to be held captive anymore by this world. Instead, I desire freedom in Christ. I desire to know you and to understand your ways. Lord, I want to follow your path for my life and to experience the love and joy that you have for me. I am tired of trying to control my life and failing miserably. I have realized that my self reliance has caused me to experience less of you. It is a sign of my lack of trust and faith in all that you desire to give to your child. Lord, you are my Heavenly Father that seeks to have a relationship with me. I pray that you would begin today to Search me, O God, and point out anything in me that offends you and is keeping me at a distance from experiencing your unfailing love, grace, peace, joy, and comfort.
Love you Lord,
Beth
