SEEKING THE APPLAUSE OF THE ONE
Paul explained that the sign of circumcision was not sufficient to please God without the accompanying evidence of a changed heart. And a heart changed by the Holy Spirit always seeks the approval of God rather than men. For the one who is born again wants what the Father wants and seeks the Father’s approval in all things.
Whose approval do you seek? Whose applause do you long to hear? Praise God, for we have received the Father’s approval by believing and receiving His Son. For the Father is “well-pleased” (Mark 1:11) with His beloved Son.
PRAYER: Dear Father, thank You that we have received Your approval by receiving Your Son, Jesus. Now, help us to walk by faith in the One who has saved us and given us new and changed hearts. Help us to be filled with Your Holy Spirit at all times, so that our every thought and inclination are pleasing unto You. In Jesus’ name, amen.