Proverbs 5:21 “For the ways of man are before the eyes of the Lord, and He pondereth all his goings.”
“Our ways are always visible to God. In other words, He sees everything we do – all day, every day, all the time. Not only does He see what we do, He also sees what we think. He knows the motivation behind all that we do. This verse goes along with my life verse, Psalm 116:9, ” I will walk before the Lord in the land of the living.” It is my choice to stay focused on the fact that everything I do is in the presence of God.
The fact is that God is always here. Nothing is done is secret or without His knowledge. This can be a motivating factor in two ways. One, it should KEEP us from doing things that are against His Word and directives for us. Two, it should help us to DO the things that He instructs us to do in His Word.
We often think of God’s presence as a deterrent from doing wrong, and it should be. But, it is also a motivation to do right. God sees all the right choices we make. He is paying attention. When we choose to do right and follow His ways, this pleases Him. This opens up opportunities for wonderful blessings in our lives. I believe that God keeps a record of all the RIGHT decisions and choices we make – large or small.
The next time you are faced with the dilemma of choosing – picture the Lord as being there right beside you and seek His guidance and help. James 1:5 says, “If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.” This is a promise from God Himself!
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