A Conversation about Discipline

Day 3
I have committed to strengthening my walk with Christ for 100 days. The journey begins with a conversation about discipline. Oh, not that word again. It is one of the primary traits that will lead us to success or failure in life, business and in a rich and fulfilling relationship with the Lord. So no doubt, this is the area of attention that I am led to ponder first and that seems pretty logical.
1 Corinthians 3:16 tells us “Do you not know that you are a temple of God and that the Spirit of God dwells in you?” I’m a temple? Not this body! So how about those cheeseburger Happy Meals that just really hit the spot sometimes or my favorite pizza that I can pack away like a saw miller? Oh and the times I watch a TV show or read a fashion magazine knowing that I have not spent time with the Lord that day? I’m not reverencing the temple either, my temple that the Lord gave me. Paul said “the Spirit of God dwells in you.” That Spirit wants my attention and needs to be fed daily with time in God’s word and in prayer with Him.
So as we begin with a consideration of discipline, I can clearly see that the Lord is directing me to consider the disciplines that I need to improve in my life, starting with a planned and committed schedule for spending time with Him each day. This is foundational to a close walk with God and I am today committing to this schedule. Will you share that commitment with me? I hope we don’t have to discuss an exercise plan!