What’s in a Conviction?
Conviction is a gift! Hear me out- we will always divinely go places with the conversation. The Word of God says, “He chastens those whom He loves.” -Hebrews 12:6 It is the love of God to correct His Own. Conviction is a safety measure and Act of Love for the Believer back to the Father. He left us with the Holy Spirit to lead us in all Truth.
We do not fully consider how much of a blessing has been bestowed upon us. Fathom the thought of life before Christ. Not all of our actions were thought to be sinful or missing the mark.
At times, we felt our actions were justified. The blessing is in Him making us over and being able to walk in the awareness of what truly pleases God. Conviction may not feel good, but it is a barometer gauge to share when we veer from the narrow path.
Years ago, I remember being met with the term “narrow-minded” from a place of honor and not a term denoting a negative connotation. The Word of God speaks of us remaining on the narrow path, “Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it.” -Matthew7:13-14 It started me to thinking, there has to be a mindset to keep one on a narrow path. Thoughts and actions that speak to keeping one on a path that is less traveled. Narrow-minded thinking is aligning with the ways of God.
A Conviction should be met with great circumspection, instead of only seeing it punitively. The Word says, “He chastens those whom He loves.” As a Good Father, He allows us to experience His displeasure when we are one of His children. Before someone reaches a reprobate mind, they have received grave warnings to not only refrain from the act, but also turn to God. He has endowed us with a strength that allows a righteous life to be our portion.
What’s in a Conviction? A hope to do an about face to please the Father and remain on a narrow road that will lead to Him. Remember, ultimately Conviction is a Gift of Grace and Mercy!
Divine Work & Pray:
Work:
Jot down in your journal how you feel when convicted. Are you finding that your level of conviction is not as potent as it once was, in the past? How is your relationship with God impacted when you veer from the narrow path?
Pray:
Father God, your love for us goes beyond what we deserve. Thank you for chastening those whom you love. Our mission is not to continually break your heart. You have empowered us to please you. Our hope is found in you. You have entirely changed our appetite. May your righteousness engulf us and settle our Spirit to live a life that keeps us on the narrow path. In the Name of Jesus. Amen.
