knowing God isn't enough
"For even though they knew God, they did not honor Him as God or give thanks, but they became futile in their speculations, and their foolish heart was darkened."
I have seen, and know there are areas of my life that feel like what Paul is describing here in Romans. Because even though I know God I can easily not live in gratitude of his blessings, grace and love. And I certainly have acted in ways that do not honor him - but attempt to honor myself.
No wonder I can feel "broken" in my faith and far from God. As I betray what I know about God I am being foolish, and rebellious.
When my faith becomes more religious practice then an alive relationship with Jesus - I see a major upswing in "futile speculation" and foolish behavior on my part.
But I'm encouraged by God's grace for the second chance that is in every moment of each day. That I can step back in gratitude, and live thankful for God's love. That I can honor God and not betray what I know to be true in my relationship with him in my daily behavior.
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