Scripture
1 Peter 5:6-9
Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Resist him, standing firm in the faith, because you know that the family of believers throughout the world is undergoing the same kind of sufferings.
Observation
Alert: G3768 νήφω nēphō, to be self-controlled, clear-headed
Sober: G1213 γρηγορέω grēgoreō, to keep watch, be on guard
Application
I remember one time when I was a kid outside playing in the snow, I got pelted with a snowball. I looked up and there was my mom with her hands on her hips with a grin. “What was that for?” I asked. “I tried to call your name but you didn’t hear me.” My Earmuffs kept my ears warm, but I couldn’t hear what was around me. Kind of like our verses today, I needed to be aware of what was going on around me. It is so nice to feel God’s peace and have wonderful days. However, we still can’t let our guard down. Ignorance is not bliss!
Prayer
Lord, thank you for always having my back. I know some days I get so busy and forget to keep my eyes and ears open. Please help me to remember and prick my soul when I am not being alert and sober. ~Amen
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