VERB-ING
Today's reading: Proverbs 16
"Commit your work to the Lord, and then your plans will succeed." Proverbs 16:3 NLT
A quick trip down memory lane will remind us that a verb (yes, all the way back to middle school English class) is an action word.
So when we look for the verb in today's verse, we find it in the word--commit.
We are 'verb-ing' when we commit our ways to the Lord.
When we determine to do things for Him.
When we decide to honor Him in what we attempt.
When we try things that will bring Him glory.
When we set out to accomplish things in His name.
Interestingly, this verb--this action, is listed at the beginning of this verse. Is there a reason for that?
I tend to believe there is. A personal reason, I believe.
You see, I have a natural born tendency to rush into things...
To jump in with both feet...
To throw myself completely into a project...
Then, only, then ask God's blessings on it.
This morning, within the words of this 'verb-ing' verse, I'm reminded of where to start--Commit my ways to Him, then watch how He will help me succeed!
