In what ways can we ensure our actions align with God's will today? A snapshot from 2 Kings 14:15 “As for the rest of the acts of Jehoash, along with his might and how he fought with Amaziah king of Judah, are they not written in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Israel?” What this verse quietly teaches • Every deed of Jehoash was significant enough to be recorded. • God’s people are reminded that actions—good or bad—stand on the permanent record. • The verse hints at accountability: a king’s résumé is weighed not only by historians but ultimately before God (cf. Ecclesiastes 12:14). • If a human chronicler takes note, how much more does the Lord (Malachi 3:16)? Why our actions must align with God’s will • We are commanded to “do all to the glory of God” (1 Corinthians 10:31). • Obedience is the tangible proof of love (John 14:23). • A consistent walk guards our witness (Philippians 2:15). • One day “each of us will give an account” (Romans 14:12). Timeless principles for alignment 1. Scripture guides our steps – “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path” (Psalm 119:105). 2. Trust beats self-reliance – “Trust in the LORD with all your heart… He will make your paths straight” (Proverbs 3:5-6). 3. A renewed mind shapes behavior – “Be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what is the will of God” (Romans 12:2). 4. The Spirit leads daily conduct – “Walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh” (Galatians 5:16). 5. Abiding in Christ produces the right fruit – “Whoever abides in Me and I in him bears much fruit” (John 15:5). Practical ways to live this out today • Begin and end each day in the Word; let it calibrate decisions. • Invite the Spirit’s guidance before meetings, conversations, purchases, and plans. • Evaluate motives: Does this choice honor Christ or merely please self? • Surround yourself with believers who can lovingly course-correct you (Hebrews 10:24-25). • Keep short accounts with God—confess sin quickly (1 John 1:9). • Record God’s faithfulness and your obedience steps; review often as a spiritual “chronicle.” Encouragement for the journey The God who documented Jehoash’s deeds also notes every act done in Jesus’ name (Hebrews 6:10). Live today so that your personal chronicle reflects wholehearted alignment with His good, pleasing, and perfect will. |
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