Craving Guidance.
"We are always in need of direction, and most of us are acutely aware of that need." I am aware of my need for direction and guidance. Unfortunately, Satan used that need to cause me to stumble. I constantly find myself almost in a panicked state when decisions or situations come up. In my human frailty I so often turn to others for guidance. I tell my pitiful plight (okay it isn't always pitiful) to a friend hoping that they can solve my dilemma or ease my anxiety. "The self-guided person will make decisions based on emotional needs, cravings for self-esteem, physical impulses and present-life planning. There is nothing eternal about their choices, no urge to submit to their Creator, no consistent willingness to put others' needs ahead of their own desires." My devotional for the other morning was spot on in pointing out this very problem. Here I am, saved by God's grace...but failing to look for that very grace to help me live this life. And even if I