Can man make for himself gods? Such are not gods!”
Jeremiah 16:20
Lord Jesus, help me to keep things in proper perspective today. I recognize my propensity to over exaggerate everything. Whether they are issues I am contending with or tasks that I am focused on, I am inclined to make them the center of my attention, giving them a focus that can, if I am not careful, consume me. People or activities of importance can take on a godlike status in my life, being the very thing that I pour myself into in the moment, unconsciously casting You to the side. It is not lost on me that in doing so I am constructing an idol, a works righteousness god, that can neither save nor bring comfort. Instead, it puts me on a treadmill in constant pursuit of acceptance and worldly affirmation.
Continue to remind me of what is most important in my life. Let Your words to Martha ring loud and clear to my spirit, “…you are anxious and troubled about many things, but one thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the good portion, which will not be taken away from her.” Today, help me to choose the good portion – that is, fellowship with You sitting at Your feet, tearing down the idols of service and self-sacrifice, that I might pour my life into You and Your kingdom to Your glory. I choose You today Lord. Fill me with Your presence. Amen.