How can we "set our love upon" God in daily life? The Heart of Psalm 91:14 “Because he loves Me, I will deliver him; because he knows My name, I will set him securely on high.” (Psalm 91:14) The Lord promises deliverance and elevation to the one who “sets” love upon Him. Loving God is not passive sentiment; it is a chosen, established, daily posture of affection and loyalty. Cultivating Affection Through Daily Worship • Start the day with Scripture—read aloud so heart and voice align (Deuteronomy 6:6–7). • Sing or listen to hymns and psalms that exalt His character (Ephesians 5:19). • Keep a running gratitude list; thanksgiving stirs love (Psalm 9:1). Choosing Obedience as an Act of Love • “If you love Me, you will keep My commandments.” (John 14:15) • Examine choices: does this action mirror His commands? (1 John 5:3). • When conviction comes, repent quickly; delayed obedience cools affection. Maintaining a Godward Mindset Throughout the Day • “I have set the LORD always before me.” (Psalm 16:8) • Use natural pauses—traffic lights, waiting lines—to whisper praise. • Memorize short verses; recall them during routine tasks. • Set alarms labeled with attributes of God: “holy,” “faithful,” “mighty.” Expressing Love Through Service to Others • Love for God shows in love for people made in His image (1 John 4:20). • Look for quiet acts of kindness: carry a burden, send an encouraging text. • Serve without fanfare; the Father who sees in secret rewards (Matthew 6:4). • Remember “Whatever you did for one of the least of these... you did for Me.” (Matthew 25:40). Guarding Love Against Competing Affections • “You turned to God from idols to serve the living and true God.” (1 Thessalonians 1:9) • Identify modern idols—career, pleasure, screens—and set sensible limits. • Fast periodically from non-essentials to rehearse that God alone satisfies. • Meditate on 1 John 2:15-17; the world is passing away, but loving God endures. Staying Anchored in the Promise • Love directed toward God meets love flowing from God: “We love because He first loved us.” (1 John 4:19). • His pledged deliverance and protection become daily assurances as we deliberately set our affection upon Him. |
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