At first I read Psalm 15 and zip right through without giving it much thought. Then I decide to read it again with an open heart to God and open ears to hear, really hear, from God.
The questions in verse 1 grab my attention. Who? Who can? Who can be close to God? Who can really feel His presence, and actually be in His presence? Who? I want it to be me! I want to feel that intense close intimacy with God!
Then the question is answered. I discover how? How to make sure the "who" is me. Psalm 15 lays it all out. So I open myself to God's interrogation. I'm not just reading words, but at my invitation, God probes into my life, revealing my actions and thoughts.
Am I living right? Am I speaking truth? Is my heart sincere?
Do I avoid gossip, honor friends, and keep promises?
After searching, confessing, and renewing my spirit I am there; in that place I longed to be, in God's presence.
Posted on
Tue, November 15, 2011
by Chris Spitters