Remove the Distractions

Leviticus 16:29

"And this shall be a statute for ever unto you: that in 

the seventh month, on the tenth day of the month, 

ye shall afflict your souls, and do no work at all, 

whether it be one of your own country, or a 

stranger that sojourneth among you:"

    The Day of Atonement: which is a holy day In the Jewish tradition, there are specific restraints that they must observe. Why are these denials an integral part of this holy day?  One reason for these restraints is so that they can focus on the goal of the day: To connect with God, regret their mistakes, and regain clarity on their lives. 

    Christians, we are distracted by the physical pleasures of the world all year long.  We must pray and take all things to God daily. Taking my cares to God always helps me to focus directly on Him for all things in my life. We can’t hide behind a good Job or no Job at all or what other people think. Let's see life for what it is, a chance to serve God and do good. Remember that God is present in all things and at any time, and we must seek Him out.

    My friends, let's remove the physical distractions and remember who, and what we really are. Let’s focus on God and let our physical nature take a back seat. Consider how we can reveal more godliness in our lives and live a life that fills our souls.

Amen! 

Reading: Lev. 16:29-34

Ref: HG SB

May God Bless You

And Your Family

Minister Robert A. Lail Sr.

The Cross Life Ministry