NOTHING CAN COMPARE

Lindsay Moreau

Covenant is a powerful word. It’s a binding promise that requires commitment from each side involved. When we enter into a covenant with the God of the universe, you better believe that it’s going to require intent and dedication. I have learned over the past few years that there is NOTHING on this earth that will satisfy the way Jesus’ overwhelming love and unending peace can satisfy. All the temptations of this earth pale in comparison to the wholeness and worth that comes from following Jesus.

That being said, that intimacy and joy cannot flow freely when there is a life filled with sin, doubt, and rejection of God’s promises. James 4:4-10 speaks VERY clearly on this. Take a look and see what you think.

James 4:4-10

“You’re cheating on God. If all you want is your own way, flirting with the world every chance you get, you end up enemies of God and his way. And do you suppose God doesn’t care? The proverb has it that “he’s a fiercely jealous lover.” And what he gives in love is far better than anything else you’ll find. It’s common knowledge that “God goes against the willful proud; God gives grace to the willing humble.” So let God work his will in you. Yell a loud no to the Devil and watch him scamper. Say a quiet yes to God and he’ll be there in no time. Quit dabbling in sin. Purify your inner life. Quit playing the field. Hit bottom, and cry your eyes out. The fun and games are over. Get serious, really serious. Get down on your knees before the Master; it’s the only way you’ll get on your feet.”

If that doesn’t make it easy for you, I don’t know what will. Our covenant with Christ requires hard work, weakness, brokenness, humility, and accepting that we will never have it all together. When we allow Christ to work and do His thing, it opens up our hearts to a completeness that will NEVER be found anywhere else in the universe. Trust Him. Let it go. (Frozen fans, stop singing.) Ask Him each day to humble you. Ask Him to remove you from the equation so that your actions, words, and thoughts are intertwined with His. I can promise that you will find a joy so powerful, nothing can compare.