“O people, the Lord has told you
what is good, and this is what he requires of you: to do what is right, to love
mercy, and to walk humbly with your God” (Micah 6:8, NLT).
What do you desire, Lord? What can
I offer you that is good? What can I give you that brings you joy? There is really
nothing I can bring but myself. The gift of my life—surrendered to you without
any right of ownership—is what you desire. You call me to do what is right. For
me to do what is right, I give up all my rights. I have none. You own my
heart—my mind—my spirit. You have purchased my soul. In your Word you instruct
me in the way I should go. I long to be as a tree planted along a river which
bears good fruit in season. Its leaves never wither; it prospers. It has deep
roots. Lord, I want to blossom and never wither—to prosper in your purpose and
stand strong when hardship comes. With an obedient heart I choose to do what
you deem right in each circumstance—whether that circumstance is one of hardship
or one of joy. You ask for mercy to reign in my heart. You ask me to love
beyond the limits of my human ability. You call me to forgive so that I might
be free. For my freedom you gave your life. Your mercy looked beyond my fault.
Your mercy recognized my need. Your love is forgiveness. How can I not extend
mercy and forgiveness to others as you have extended each to me? My life for
yours is what you ask of me. I am called to walk humbly in your love having no
agenda—to be at rest in your will. When I am at rest I have your incredible
peace that encompasses me. If I believe that my control is better than yours,
Lord, I destroy your peace with my pride. Pride leads to disgrace, but with
humility I receive your wisdom. And in your wisdom I live in your freedom. I
trust your heart because you molded mine. You give me the freedom to choose life,
Lord, and to do what is right. You bless me with your grace so that my life is
filled with your love and purpose. You chose me, Lord. Now I choose to clothe
myself with your tenderhearted mercy—with your kindness, humility, gentleness
and patience. I have nothing to prove. You prove yourself. I am free to live
your love.
©2017 Lynn Lacher
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