According to the apostle Paul in Romans 7:14-19, the things you don’t want to do are what you often find yourself practicing. Whenever you put your hope or faith in things of the world, disappointment usually follows. Whether it is cheering for your favorite sports team, pouring your heart and soul into a relationship or trusting someone you believe to be godly, don’t be surprised when you set yourself for disappointment.
One of the first things Jesus warned his followers about is found in his Sermon on the Mount, Matthew 6:19-24. If you place your value and worth in earthly treasures, emptiness will leave your heart void of life. On the other hand, if your invest your time on earth chasing after heavenly treasures, your heart will be satisfied. Like Moses said so eloquently in his final address to Israel, the choice is yours, Deuteronomy 30:15-18.
In the frantic rush to find new full time employment, I have missed out on storing up heavenly treasures. Instead, my life has been like an endless waves crashing upon the beach only to be dragged out to sea again by the ever changing tides. If you want to avoid setting yourself up for disappointment, heed Paul’s advice in Colossians 3:1-4. Set your mind on things above so that you can rise above the disappointments that you experience on earth!
by Jay Mankus
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