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Spiritual Overhaul

Then she called, "Samson, the Philistines are upon you!" He awoke from his sleep and thought, "I'll go out as before and shake myself free." But he did not know that the LORD had left him.
Judges 16:20

It took place so gradually that Samson didn’t realize it was happening. When Delilah shouted, ‘The Philistines are upon you!’ he awoke and said, ‘I will go out as before and shake myself free!’ But he did not know that the Lord had departed from him. What a tragic commentary on a man that God had previously used to do great things. When your heart grows cold toward God it’s usually reflected in a loss of spiritual vitality and like Samson, you’re not even aware it’s taking place. Suddenly your prayers aren’t as effective. You’re no longer a godly influence on those around you. You slip into old habit patterns. It happens as you: a) refuse to forgive those who’ve offended you b) fail to make amends to those you’ve hurt c) do what’s expedient instead of what’s right d) harbor attitudes of fear and resentment e) feed your carnal nature and neglect your spirit. These are the ‘little foxes’ that destroy your vine and undermine your relationship with God. They’re signs that you need a spiritual overhaul. How do you get one? By asking God to highlight those attitudes, activities and relationships that need to be dealt with, then weed them out. The good news is, when you’re obedient to God’s Word and the Spirit’s leading, you can regain your spiritual vitality and He can start using you again.

Prayer
Heavenly Father, help me recharge my spiritual walk with you by getting more into your Word and in conversation with you. In Jesus’ Name, Amen