Devotion:
Read Ecclesiastes 3:1-8.
The last phrase in verse six connects to our focus this week: “...a time to throw away.” What is it in your life that you need to throw away? “Throwing away” is a difficult task, at least for me. When it comes to closets and stuff it's hard to know what to throw away or keep, because you never know when you might need it. At least that is what I tell myself. Anybody else a recovering pack rat? But I think Solomon had something deeper in mind.
Timing is a key component. All the experiences listed in these verses are appropriate at certain times. The secret to peace with God is to discover, accept and appropriate God’s perfect timing. The danger is to doubt or resent God’s timing. This can lead to despair, rebellion, or moving ahead without God’s blessing. So, is God cleaning out your heart and life? Are there attitudes, actions that need to be thrown away?
Personal Worship Option:
Spend some time with God pondering if there are things that are hindering your relationship with God. Make a clean start in your relationship with God today.
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