In what ways can we seek God's guidance to "free our feet"? The verse in focus “My eyes are always on the LORD, for He will free my feet from the net.” (Psalm 25:15) What tightens the net around our feet? - Hidden sin that trips us up (Hebrews 12:1) - Fear-driven decisions instead of faith-driven ones (Isaiah 41:10) - Unexamined influences—media, friendships, habits (Psalm 1:1) - Forgetting God’s promises in seasons of pressure (Psalm 106:21) How to seek God’s guidance and walk free 1. Fix your gaze on Him • Daily, deliberate focus in His Word—start the morning with a portion of Scripture before opening a screen (Psalm 119:105). • Throughout the day, mentally reset: “Lord, my eyes are on You” (2 Chronicles 20:12). 2. Let Scripture order each step • Pray Psalm 119:133—“Direct my footsteps in Your word; let no sin rule over me.” • When facing a choice, ask, “What command or principle speaks to this?” and obey immediately (James 1:22). 3. Invite His Spirit to spotlight hidden snares • Quiet time for self-examination (Psalm 139:23-24). • Confess promptly; the net loosens when sin is brought into the light (1 John 1:9). 4. Walk with wise companions • Seek counsel from mature believers (Proverbs 11:14). • Share struggles; accountability keeps feet from slipping (Ecclesiastes 4:9-10). 5. Move when He says move • Guidance often comes in small, clear directives—respond without delay (Acts 8:26-27). • Trust His timing; He frees at the perfect moment (Psalm 31:15). Scripture echoes that reinforce the promise - “He brought me out into a spacious place; He rescued me because He delighted in me.” (Psalm 18:19) - “The LORD makes firm the steps of a man when He delights in his way.” (Psalm 37:23) - “Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.” (2 Corinthians 3:17) Living it out this week • Choose a “watchword” verse (perhaps Psalm 25:15) and repeat it whenever anxiety surfaces. • Replace one time-consuming distraction with ten minutes of focused Bible reading. • Identify one potential snare, tell a trusted believer, and invite accountability. • End each day thanking God for every step that stayed clear of the net. |
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