“God made men and women true and upright; we’re the ones who’ve made a mess of things.” (Ecclesiastes 7:29 MSG)
Some days this world seems wonderful--full of kindness, laughter, love, bravery, generosity, compassion, and fairness. Other days, the world feels messy--full of sickness, hopelessness, violence, oppression, divorce, abuse, poverty, unemployment, betrayal, addictions, desperation, manipulation, toxic attitudes, poor choices, bad behavior, natural disasters, physical deterioration, and mental degeneration. The messiness of life often overwhelms its beauty.
God created us to be good and true. Yet, humans have adulterated everything, adding junky fillers to suit our taste for temporary pleasure. We pump ourselves up with vanity, insincerity, ambition, posturing, greed, and self-absorption. Instead of seeking purity, simplicity, and virtue, we chase after admiration, excitement, and power. We invest in drama rather than in authenticity. And life gets really messy and yucky.
“Though you have made me see troubles, many and bitter, you will restore my life again; from the depths of the earth you will again bring me up. You will increase my honor and comfort me once more.” (Psalm 71:20-21 NIV)
Lord, only You can reset our lives to Your intended settings. Forgive us and restore us.
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