Staying Steadfast in the Storm

"...that person is like a tree planted by streams of water"
Psalms 2:3a (NIV)

You stand with God is important. Companies invest millions of dollars into advertising campaigns intending to lure consumers to their products. They create short and catchy phrases to influence them to buy their product or service. For example, a pizza commercial can come on during a TV show, and after seeing it, you may suddenly want to order a pizza.  

The word must be priority.  Despite our commitment, resisting can be tough, especially when there is an appeal to our senses and emotions. It can shape how we think and act. Well, the good news is that there is a positive side to being influenced by what we hear.  

The Bible teaches us that staying steadfast is connected to thinking about the word of God. The people in Nehemiah's day experienced this. In Nehemiah 8:18, the Bible says," Day after Day, from the first day to the last, Ezra read from the Book of the Law of God." As a result, people of God fasted, separated themselves, and confessed their sins (Nehemiah 9:1-3) 

Use your phone to remind you to read, and mediated on the word of God. For example, read the Bible, attend church services, participate in Bible study groups, listen to sermons and podcasts, and seek guidance from spiritual leaders. You will have a life-changing experience.