Me: Looks like you are busy with your blocks!
Prodigal: I love them!
Me: Whatever oils your tractor is fine with me!
This is from the book Abraham by Charles Swindoll
This chronic dependence upon self as opposed to living by faith is referred to as carnality by many theologians. It’s based on carne, the Latin word for meat or flesh. It’s the idea of living life by human ability rather than looking to, and leaning upon, God and His promises. Invariably, when we choose carnality, we find temporary satisfaction followed by deeper need….and eventual death.
Lord, help me see how I am holding on to things of the flesh today. My spirit really wants to follow you in complete trust. I know that the enemy has been whispering seeds of fear in me. I do not want to listen to the fears and then follow in my flesh. Please Lord, just direct me as I surrender all thoughts and plans to you!
Matthew 12:30
For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.
Jennifer Van Allen
www.theprodigalpig.com
www.faithincounseling.org
