I am reading a book by Elyse Fitzpatrick called, "Idols of the Heart." It is an insightful book that God is using to show me my heart, which truly is a "factory of idols" as John Calvin said so long ago. As I read about Rachel and her longing after other gods, I found myself in the same situation. What do I look to for joy and security that is not God? What do I cry out for, "Give me this or I will die!"

Do I look to money, to my family, to my spouse for security or joy? Do I secretly long for fame, to be respected, to be loved and valued by man instead of looking to the cross to see the value that God placed on me? Do I seek after this or that instead of being content in the lot God has given me? These are a few of the questions that I have asked myself recently.

My Prayer:
God help me to look to You alone for joy, for satisfaction, and for purpose. Help me, Lord, to give You no rest until Christ is formed in me.

In Christ,
Scott