Choices (Consecrate18 Devotion #3)

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Deuteronomy 30:19 I call heaven and earth to record this day against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life, that both thou and thy seed may live:  20 That thou mayest love the Lord thy God, and that thou mayest obey his voice, and that thou mayest cleave unto him: for he is thy life, and the length of thy days: that thou mayest dwell in the land which the Lord sware unto thy fathers, to Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob, to give them..

You have a choice.

But, pastor they…

You have a choice.

But, I…

You have a choice.

But my schedule, my kids, my job, my spouse, my pastor, my church, my boss, my bills, my history, my family, my tendencies, my weaknesses, my flaws….

You have a choice.

You always have a choice.  Whether it is choosing to sleep in or get that work out, read or watch TV, speak words that build up or pass that gossip along, entertain that thought or rebuke it, live in victory or defeat… You always have a choice.

My wife, Heather, is an amazing mom and is always looking for teaching moments.  She has a favorite mantra she uses with our three year old, Reagan.  Whenever Reagan is in one of those perplexing moments of deciding how she is going to behave, her mom will say “Reagan, make good choices.”  Occasionally after she has knocked something down by climbing where she wasn’t supposed to, or after putting stickers all over the furniture, Reagan will look at me and say “Daddy, I’m not making good choices.”  Little does she know it, but she is teaching a valuable lesson to anyone who is listening.  Even at three, she is discovering that the decisions, and consequences, in her life are all about her choices.

When it comes to consecrating ourselves to God, this is no different.  Two days ago, we started this walk understanding we are on a journey of moments.  That is a great start, but we must understand what it really means. If you truly want this month of consecration to be all it can be for your life, if you truly want your new year to have a real fresh start, you must understand this one thing.  Choice.

You have a choice.  Every new moment brings a new choice.  Every conversation brings a new choice.  Every temptation, every thought, every worry, every situation, they all bring a new choice.  What will you do with the choices you face today?  Will they be about what brings God glory?

People can’t force you.  Satan can’t force you.  Circumstances can’t force you.

Every defeat and every victory, every moment of overcoming and every failure, begin with the same thing, a choice.

1 Corinthians 10:13 There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it

You have a choice.

Published by patrickwconley

Pastor Patrick and his wife Heather have dedicated their lives to sharing the transforming power of the Gospel with whomever they encounter. They are the proud parents of two daughters, Reagan and McKinley. Pastor Conley has served as a youth pastor, associate pastor, Bible teacher, principal, and lead pastor. His passion for the Word, inspired communication, and desire to connect people with the Gospel have led to him being a sought after speaker for camp meetings, revivals, conferences, and youth camps. Pastor Conley serves on the Board of Directors for Revival Tabernacle-Malawi. In addition to preaching and teaching, Pastor Conley is also a writer, having worked alongside many church and business leaders. He also hosts the "More Than a Conversation" podcast. Pastor Conley is the Lead Pastor of Garden Sanctuary Church of God: Garden Sanctuary Church of God Rock Hill is a multi-generational Pentecostal/Charismatic church located in Rock Hill, SC. Garden Sanctuary’s purpose and intention is to be a place for you to GROW. Garden Sanctuary desires to see you grow in your relationship with God, to grow in your relationship with others, and to grow in every area of your life as a disciple of Christ. At Garden Sanctuary Rock Hill, we believe every individual is important regardless of age or race, and we strive to be a place where everyone is accepted and belongs. Garden Sanctuary is a church focused on salvation, discipleship, community, and prayer. Garden Sanctuary Church of God exists to prepare people to connect, grow, and serve - God - Church - Community. The Garden Sanctuary Church of God is a community of believers in the city of Rock Hill that has been established for over 100 years. Rich in tradition and heritage, we have consistently been a safe-haven in our community and city. In 1915 our church began with a few tent poles and several spirit-filled believers who desired more of God in their lives. With those humble beginnings, God began doing a special and unique work in Rock Hill. The Holy Spirit changed lives, relationships were made, and Garden Sanctuary Church of God was born. While many things have come and gone in Rock Hill over the last 100 years, Garden Sanctuary Church of God has become a fixture in the community. We have become a church strong in number, impact, and faith. We have moved beyond those tent poles to modern facilities, but our heartfelt desire for more of God remains unchanged. If you are looking for a church family in Rock Hill, SC, whether you have a Pentecostal background or not, we would love to have you join us at Garden Sanctuary Church of God. Garden Sanctuary Church of God is located at 831 Cedar St in Rock Hill SC.

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  2. ABSOLUTELY. THIS IS DEAD ON IT!! I was just talking to Brezzy about choices the other day. She says she doesn’t know y she does what she does and I told her she does what she does because she chooses to and then I read her this. See it just shows that God is listening to me because he sent this to me just in time . Thks for obeying Gods word.

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