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Don't Get Sidetracked



S.E.E.D. For Today_Sidetracked

 Scripture "Don't get sidetracked; keep your feet from following evil." Proverbs 4:27 NLT

 It is not only what we say that shows the state of the heart but what we follow, our feet have actions that reveal the condition of our souls. Forgetting the things behind us pressing forward to the prize of the calling of God we must keep our eyes fixed, our focus remain on point. Our earnest concern should be about the path we take. Be mindful that we are not to do what the wicked do nor follow the path of evildoers, don't even think about it, don't go that way. It's ok to be misjudged and misunderstood by spiritual and unspiritual people who are ignorant of the power of God and the value of His truth. Don't get sidetracked, look straight ahead and fix your eyes on what lies before you.

Example Cause someone to be distracted from an immediate or important issue. To divert or put off.

Exercise Read Proverbs 4th chapter We must be careful to remain on the path chosen for us not turning to the left or to the right. So many believers who have been sidetracked experience many troubles. It has opened a door of confusion, doubt, frustration, and restlessness. Many don't know which way to go. They have been distracted and diverted. But the Proverb says to mark out a straight path for your feet and stay on the safe path. What is the mark? It is the Kingdom of God, we are commanded to seek it. Who is the Path? It is Jesus, (Jesus is not only a person but He is a road) that is the path for our feet so follow Him.  Today think about where you got sidetracked and get back on track.

Devotion Lord I pray that I listen carefully to what you say, that I take hold of your instructions and never let them go. Your words bring life and healing to the whole body. Teach me your wisdom and lead me in straight paths. I admit that I need your help in everything that I do today in Jesus Name Amen.

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  1. UnknownMarch 31, 2016 at 4:44 AM

    This is awesome, very encouraging.

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    1. keep the faith nowMarch 31, 2016 at 4:51 AM

      What are some of the things you think in your life that get you sidetracked?

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  2. UnknownMarch 31, 2016 at 5:08 AM

    In Jesus Name
    "Amen*

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  3. Sonia M EldridgeMarch 31, 2016 at 5:13 AM

    Lord please keep my feet on the straight path which is you.You are the road I need to stay on I can't afford to divert in any other direction but to continue to walk the path you have set before me. Give me the courage & understanding that it's OK to be misjudged and misunderstood as long as I know you will make all things clear and they shall work out for my good!!! Thank you Pastor Ray this blog was a true encouragement today!!!

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