It’s a wonderful day to be a child of God. Have you ever experienced a trying time in your life and everyone wanted to give you advice? Whether they knew everything or not, they were very eager to offer their opinion. Whether their opinion differs from the Word of God or not, they still desire to tell you what to do, when to do it, how to do it, and what they would do if it were them. Be careful about who you have in your ear. Have you ever had family and friends try to tell you how you should approach a certain situation? Understand, some of their advice is beneficial but some of it is not. You must make sure you do not allow people to push you or advise you away from the Lord. Always know this: People are quick to give you advice when they see you in a dilemma but they are usually slow to receive advice when they experience the same dilemma. Do you know someone like this? Are you this person?
This morning, I have been commissioned to come and minister to you. My friend, Who Are You Listening To? Who are you taking advice from? Who do you run to for instructions and guidance? Do you realize if you depend upon anyone else more than God that person becomes your god. I am not attempting to discourage you from taking advice from loved ones around you. That is not the intent of today’s devotional. The purpose is for you to be aware of the advice given and make sure it is complimenting the Word of God. When people attempt to advise you, can you hear God in their voice? The Bible declares in John 10:27 – My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me: There are times when God will send people to offer you sound advice and Godly instructions. These are the people sent to help you along the way. But there are also times when satan will send people to speak death, discouragement, confusion and frustration into your ears. These are the people you avoid at any cost.
My brother, my sister, Who Are You Listening To? Do you realize God has a special anointing on your life? Do you realize satan would do anything to keep you from walking in the fullness of God? Do you realize there are people who are determined to destroy you? Be not deceived by people’s smiles and “Christian” hugs. The enemy knows how to disguise himself to look saved, act saved, sound saved, and walk saved. The Bible declares in Matthew 7:15 – Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves. Beloved, ask God to increase your spiritual discernment. You are on an assignment for the Lord. Everyone cannot handle how God is using you. BEWARE CHILD OF GOD … BEWARE. Prayer for Today: Father, please increase my discernment that I may be able to see through people and their motives. Lord, remove from me those who mean me no good. In the name of Jesus … Amen!
Scripture Reading for Today: Matthew 10:16
May God Bless you at Your point of need!
Pastor Darrick D. McGhee, Sr.