No God No Life

DEVOTION
PROVERBS
NO GOD, NO LIFE
Prov 5:21-23
21 For a man's ways are in full view of the LORD, and he examines all his paths. 22 The evil deeds of a wicked man ensnare him; the cords of his sin hold him fast. 23 He will die for lack of discipline, led astray by his own great folly.
NIV
If for any reason I could ever think that I could possible hide somewhere that God would not be able to see my activities or behaviors I would simply be denying the truth of this statement and in fact just plain lying to myself. God sees everything all the time every time. There is nothing I do, in actions or reactions which miss his vision and examination. I do think it is possible to be ensnared by those things that could be considered and evil deeds. I think it is imperative to be ever aware not to allow myself to be catch by such an alluring predator. I cannot afford to be held fast by such things having my very being kept in captivity. If I do not submit to the discipline of my Lord I am convinced that not only me, but even the most sophisticated believer could be led astray by his own great folly. I must be vigilant and keep guard against such ensnarement. Yet even if I let down my guard, God has not. Even if I fail to live completely in compliance to his standard, he sees and knows my failure. I am, however assured that even in the midst of such mistakes his love endures. I also know that he never will forsake me, but continue to forgive me, guide me and direct my path in ways that will bring glory and honor to him. I know that f I travel my own way, it will not benefit his kingdom nor will it bring him honor. I will only dishonor myself but more importantly him. I cannot tolerate death for the lack of discipline. I cannot demand my own way and expect to have life. I know for certain my way is only folly and to fool myself into believing anything else would be suicidal. No, I am convinced I need his viewing my life, I need his examination, I need his discipline and I need his Spirit to continue to guide my every step. Without God I am lost. No God, no life.