Living Sober
Thursday December 13, 2018
We all know that staying sober starts with not picking up a drink or our drug of choice or returning to whatever our destructive habit was. However, maintaining a sober life has more to do with listening to God's directions and bringing our thoughts and behaviour into line with His will. In this way we live beyond our defects of character and learn to grow in positive character qualities which enhance our relationships.
While our “DOC” whether alcohol or something else, is “cunning, baffling, and powerful,” the enemy of our soul is not the one to obsess on. God’s word is very clear that there is a battle going on for our lives. The devil wants to destroy us. God wants to advance His amazing plans for our lives. Whose influence will we choose today?
Keep a cool head. Stay alert. The Devil is poised to pounce, and would like nothing better than to catch you napping. Keep your guard up. You’re not the only ones plunged into these hard times. It’s the same with Christians all over the world. So keep a firm grip on the faith. The suffering won’t last forever. It won’t be long before this generous God who has great plans for us in Christ — eternal and glorious plans they are!—will have you put together and on your feet for good. He gets the last word; yes, he does. (1 Peter 5:8-11 MSG)
To live a truly sober life is to be both vigilant and relaxed at the same time. How do we do that? We walk carefully – alert and trusting. We watch out for the attacks of the evil one and repeatedly bring ourselves back to the truth that God is working out His amazing plan for our lives. God will never fail to accomplish the good work He has begun in each one of us
Daily circumstances may challenge our emotions and attitudes and even trigger thoughts of picking up. However, suffering will not last forever. To live sober is to always give God the final word in any temptation we may be facing.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, I want to live sober today. Just for today help me keep my guard up and remember that the circumstances I am in will not last forever. I am thankful that You have promised to have the last word on my behalf. Amen
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