WE SAY WE LOVE GOD BUT

We say we love God, but we do not communicate with Him daily

We say we love God, but we hate people for the color of their skin or their choice of lifestyle

We say we love God, but we will not help the poor or those in need 

We say we love God, but we do not know Him because we do not study His word

We say we love God, but we do things against His will

We say we love God, but we do not spend time in His Sanctuary

We say we love God, but we will not forgive those who wronged us

We say we love God, but we do not want to preach or hear His Word in truth

We say we love God, but we will not teach our children about Him

We say we love God, but we will not pray

How do we love someone we do not take the time to know?  How can we say we love God when our lifestyles dishonor Him?  When was the last time we spoke to God in prayer or listened to Him through His Word?  Have we fellowshipped with other believers or helped those in need.  How many people have we witnessed about God's goodness? 

Lord, we love You, and we witness this through our actions.  Father, thank You for Your Word that nourishes us daily and helps our Fruit of the Spirit grow.  Thank You, Lord, for grace, mercy, and salvation and for another day's blessing to get it right.  Father, thank You for prayers for us, so we can bless others and keep Your hedge of protection around us, our families, and friends.  Lord, continue working in and through us to help us become the people You designed us to be.  Father, give us the wisdom, knowledge, and courage to speak Your Word in truth.  Lord, we thank You for life, health, and strength, and give us the courage to witness to others in Your name, Amen.