So Many Distractions

Ephesians 5:14; Matthew 24:42; Luke 21:34; 1 Thessalonians 5:6; Colossians 4:2; 1 Corinthians 16:13

We live in a world full of distractions; cell phones, tablets, computers, TV's, radio, and the list goes on. There are so many things readily available to occupy our mind, too often at the most inopportune times. Texting while driving comes to mind. The number one reason for automobile accidents is driver distractions in some form or another. Of course texting is not the only distraction. There's talking on the cell phone, talking with other passengers, eating and drinking, using a navigation system, adjusting the radio, etc.

The other day as I headed out for work it was extremely foggy and visibility very low. Under such conditions we must pay extra attention to our surroundings for safety. Any distractions would certainly complicate matters. This is also true for us spiritually. In 1 Peter 5:8, Peter tells us to be on the alert. Why? He goes on to say Your adversary, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Satan is always ready to catch us off guard. He would love nothing more than to trip us up and get us off track. If we do not remain alert, we leave ourselves vulnerable. 

So let us take care to be ever on our guard against the enemy, remaining in God's word and walking daily with Him, and as James 4:7 says: Submit therefore to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you. 

Proverbs 4:25 (NASB) Let your eyes look directly ahead And let your gaze be fixed straight in front of you.

Pastor Mike Deese