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Day 1: The Great and First Commandment

Did you say to the Lord today, “I love you”? In Matthew 22, Jesus is asked what the greatest commandment is, to which he replies, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.”

Saying these words aloud might be easier for some than others, even if you have asked Jesus into your heart. So why does verbalizing these words matter? It shows that I am not in control of my life; He is - and many of us love to steer our own path (be honest!). If we love him, we will also obey him. Part of the reason why I believe there can be soul and mental distress, even within the church, is that we are not trusting God for his plan for our lives. Additionally, His plan for you differs from His plan for me, yet they are both perfect in design and timing.

What can you do today to love the Lord if you find your heart to be hardened, your soul to be restless, and your mind to be anxious (or scattered). Here are a few of my suggestions:

Heart: Receive God’s love, and know He loves you no matter what you have done or will do in the future. Thank Him out loud for His grace and mercy.

Soul: Walk in forgiveness. This can be easier said than done, but nothing is more healing (even from personal experience) than forgiving someone. You may have to do this 70x7!

Mind: Trust God completely. Acknowledge Him. You will see that your paths will become clearer each day.

We love you Lord - Amen!