God-Centered Life

“Aim at heaven and you will get earth thrown in. Aim at earth and you get neither”—C.S. Lewis

One of the most subtle tricks in Satan’s arsenal of strategies is to have people believe that a good life is the same as a God-centered life. The intent is to keep individuals from zealously serving God without longing for more. But is that God’s primary goal for us? His words in Matthew 6:33 tell us otherwise—‘But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” So, are you committed to being God-centered or being good-centered? Take a moment and evaluate your present outlook on life. Here are a few questions to help you in that process:

1. Do I consider whether my time, money, energy, and thoughts are God pleasing? (Galatians 2:20).
2. When was the last time I risked my reputation or risked being laughed at to let others know that I am a fully committed Christ follower? (Mark 8:38).
3. When was the last time I prayed for Jesus to return? (Revelation 22:20).
4. Do I ever wonder if I could be doing more for Jesus? (Philippians 1:21).

So, how are you doing? Please note that every new breath brings a new opportunity to change.

Father, help us to live with eternity in view. To live as if we were on the verge of stepping into your presence. Aim us heavenward so we might be of earthly good as well.