In an ever increasingly distracting world, it is easy to get off course. The constant chatter on TV, social media, radio, and a host of other venues, beckons us into the world of chaos.
Once distracted, we ramble on down a pathway we should never have embarked on and we get in trouble. Too often, once there, we begin to justify our stay, and our trouble only worsens.
Our minds become cluttered with endless information, most of which serves no purpose other than to pull us away from what truly matters. We scroll endlessly, consuming content that often leaves us feeling empty and disconnected from our spiritual roots. The noise of the world drowns out the still, small voice that seeks to guide us.
These distractions aren’t merely inconveniences—they’re strategic diversions that lead us astray from our divine purpose. With each notification, each breaking news alert, each viral video, we’re presented with a choice: to remain connected to what matters eternally or to surrender to the temporary allure of worldly engagement.
God’s Invitation
Now confused and struggling, we wonder what to do; then God suggests an amazing solution . . .
One of my favorite passages in the Bible . . .
“Come now, let us reason together,”says the LORD.“Though your sins are like scarlet,they shall be as white as snow;though they are red as crimson,they shall be like wool. If you are willing and obedient,you will eat the best from the land;but if you resist and rebel,you will be devoured by the sword.”For the mouth of the LORD has spoken.
This invitation from the God of the universe stands in stark contrast to the chaotic calls of our culture.
While the world shouts for our attention through countless distractions, God simply invites us to sit down and reason together.
There’s no manipulation, no flashy gimmicks—just a straightforward invitation to conversation and reconciliation.
What strikes me most about this passage is the tenderness behind it. The Almighty God, who holds all power and authority, doesn’t demand or coerce.
These words reveal a God who values relationship over ritual, connection over compliance.
A Divine Conversation
I just love this Scripture; God says; “Come now, let us reason together.”
It is as if God has just poured a cup of coffee for you, and invites you to the table, One on one, to see if there can be a solution. God is awesome!
Imagine this scene: The morning light filters through your kitchen window. Steam rises from your coffee cup. And there, across from you, sits the Creator of the universe, ready to listen, to speak, to reason together.
No rushing, no agenda beyond restoring the relationship. Just you and God, having coffee together.
In these sacred moments, transformation begins. The burdens you’ve been carrying—the guilt, the shame, the regret—can be placed on the table between you.
The distractions that have led you astray can be acknowledged and released. This is where healing starts: not in a megachurch, not in a religious ritual, but in intimate conversation with a God who cares enough to meet you where you are.
These divine coffee moments don’t require theological training or perfect understanding. They simply require your presence and honesty.
God already knows your struggles, your doubts, your sins. He’s inviting you to acknowledge them together, so healing can begin.
The Condition of Forgiveness
Even though you have rebelled, God wants to forgive you, but there is a condition, you must be willing and obedient. You have to be both.
It’s not enough to be willing, and it’s not enough to be obedient, you must be willingly obedient.
This willing obedience isn’t God’s way of controlling us—it’s His path to liberating us. When we willingly choose obedience, we align ourselves with the design specifications of our Creator.
The beautiful paradox of this relationship is that true freedom is found in submission. By willingly surrendering to God’s wisdom, we’re freed from the tyranny of our own limited perspective and the destructive patterns that entangle us when we chart our own course.
Daily Renewal
Each morning presents a fresh opportunity for this sacred conversation. Before checking emails, before scrolling through social media, before allowing the world’s chaos to infiltrate your mind, consider sitting down for coffee with God.
Open His Word, quiet your heart, and listen for His invitation to reason together.
This daily practice isn’t about religious obligation—it’s about relationship cultivation. It’s about creating space for a conversation with God that transforms your perspective, realigns your priorities, and renews your spirit for the day ahead.
In these quiet moments of connection, the distractions of the world fade into proper perspective.
What seemed so urgent on social media suddenly appears trivial compared to eternal matters. The opinions that once consumed your thoughts lose their power when placed alongside God’s truth.
Promise of Restoration
The promise in Isaiah is clear: willing obedience leads to blessing—“you will eat the best from the land.”
This isn’t prosperity gospel; it’s simply the natural outcome of fellowship with our Creator. When we follow God’s design for our lives, we experience the richness of life as it was meant to be lived.
The alternative is equally clear: resistance and rebellion lead to destruction. Not because God is vindictive, but because stepping outside His protective boundaries naturally exposes us to harm.
Settle this one before you start the day!
Each morning, before the distractions begin their relentless pursuit, make your choice.
Will you surrender to the chaos of endless distraction, or will you accept the invitation for coffee with God? The conversation awaits. The forgiveness is available. The path to peace is clear.
Choose willing obedience today, and experience the restoration that comes from reasoning together with the One who created you, knows you, and loves you completely.
You Have Been Seated with Christ in the Heavenly Realms
God’s great hope for us is not simply the forgiveness of sins and a place in heaven when we die; but rather, He wants us totally restored, in heart, mind and soul . . . NOW!
As we enter into this amazing adventure with God, we soon recognize that we are a part of something tremendous, something that is beyond our earthy perspective, and we are transported into the heavens with Christ; we live, breathe, and find our being in Him!
This Bible study will help you rediscover how it all began, what happened in the Garden of Eden, who is the Devil really, and what is he up to today.
Head into the heavenly realms and discover profound truths concerning your relationship with God, and His incredible plan for you.
Search your heart, preparing for a fresh baptism of the Holy Spirit. In this study, you will enter into God’s armory, suiting up with the whole armor of God.
Discover the Keys to the Kingdom given to you, and learn what they unlock; discovering your true nature in Christ, the authority given, the Sword of the Spirit, the covering armor, and the mission ahead, you will truly learn to pray . . . Upside Down!
You Have Been Seated with Christ in the Heavenly Realms
God’s great hope for us is not simply the forgiveness of sins and a place in heaven when we die; but rather, He wants us totally restored, in heart, mind and soul . . . NOW!
As we enter into this amazing adventure with God, we soon recognize that we are a part of something tremendous, something that is beyond our earthy perspective, and we are transported into the heavens with Christ; we live, breathe, and find our being in Him!
This Bible study will help you rediscover how it all began, what happened in the Garden of Eden, who is the Devil really, and what is he up to today.
Head into the heavenly realms and discover profound truths concerning your relationship with God, and His incredible plan for you.
Search your heart, preparing for a fresh baptism of the Holy Spirit. In this study, you will enter into God’s armory, suiting up with the whole armor of God.
Discover the Keys to the Kingdom given to you, and learn what they unlock; discovering your true nature in Christ, the authority given, the Sword of the Spirit, the covering armor, and the mission ahead, you will truly learn to pray . . . Upside Down!
Think about your smartphone for a moment. You probably have a password, fingerprint lock, or face recognition to protect it.
Yet there’s something far more valuable that needs protection – your heart.
Understanding Your Wellspring
This verse compares your heart to a spring of water.
Everything in your life – your thoughts, words, actions, and attitudes – flows from it.
Like a spring feeds a river, your heart feeds your life.
What Needs Guarding?
Your heart includes your emotions, thoughts, and desires.
It’s what you allow yourself to watch, read, think about, and spend time on.
Each of these either purifies or pollutes your inner spring.
Making It Personal
Consider what you’ve been feeding your heart lately.
Are you filling it with things that bring life and hope?
Or have you allowed harmful influences to seep in, like bitterness, fear, or negative thoughts?
Your Protection Plan
Today, choose one way to guard your heart.
Maybe it’s being selective about what you watch, setting boundaries in a relationship, or starting your day with encouraging truth instead of social media.
Take the first step today; pray and ask God to reveal areas of your life that you need to pay more attention to.
You Have Been Seated with Christ in the Heavenly Realms
God’s great hope for us is not simply the forgiveness of sins and a place in heaven when we die; but rather, He wants us totally restored, in heart, mind and soul . . . NOW!
As we enter into this amazing adventure with God, we soon recognize that we are a part of something tremendous, something that is beyond our earthy perspective, and we are transported into the heavens with Christ; we live, breathe, and find our being in Him!
This Bible study will help you rediscover how it all began, what happened in the Garden of Eden, who is the Devil really, and what is he up to today.
Head into the heavenly realms and discover profound truths concerning your relationship with God, and His incredible plan for you.
Search your heart, preparing for a fresh baptism of the Holy Spirit. In this study, you will enter into God’s armory, suiting up with the whole armor of God.
Discover the Keys to the Kingdom given to you, and learn what they unlock; discovering your true nature in Christ, the authority given, the Sword of the Spirit, the covering armor, and the mission ahead, you will truly learn to pray . . . Upside Down!
You Have Been Seated with Christ in the Heavenly Realms
God’s great hope for us is not simply the forgiveness of sins and a place in heaven when we die; but rather, He wants us totally restored, in heart, mind and soul . . . NOW!
As we enter into this amazing adventure with God, we soon recognize that we are a part of something tremendous, something that is beyond our earthy perspective, and we are transported into the heavens with Christ; we live, breathe, and find our being in Him!
This Bible study will help you rediscover how it all began, what happened in the Garden of Eden, who is the Devil really, and what is he up to today.
Head into the heavenly realms and discover profound truths concerning your relationship with God, and His incredible plan for you.
Search your heart, preparing for a fresh baptism of the Holy Spirit. In this study, you will enter into God’s armory, suiting up with the whole armor of God.
Discover the Keys to the Kingdom given to you, and learn what they unlock; discovering your true nature in Christ, the authority given, the Sword of the Spirit, the covering armor, and the mission ahead, you will truly learn to pray . . . Upside Down!
When you hear “fear of the Lord,” what comes to mind?
It’s not about being scared of God.
Think of it more like having deep respect and awe for someone you greatly admire – like how you might feel in the presence of someone truly remarkable.
Foundation of Knowledge
Just like you need a solid foundation to build a house, you need the right foundation to build wisdom in your life.
This verse tells us where to start – with a humble recognition of who God is and who we are in relation to Him.
Why It Matters Today
In a world where everyone claims to be an expert, how do you know where to find real wisdom?
Hint: It’s NOT Google!
This verse provides the answer.
True knowledge starts with acknowledging God as the source of all wisdom.
The Choice We Face
Notice the contrast in this verse – between those who embrace wisdom and those who reject it.
It’s like having access to the world’s best teacher but choosing to skip class.
The choice is yours every day.
Your Next Step
Today, try approaching your decisions with this mindset:
“I deeply respect God’s wisdom; what would He have me do in this situation?”
Start with something small, and watch how this perspective changes your choices.
You Have Been Seated with Christ in the Heavenly Realms
God’s great hope for us is not simply the forgiveness of sins and a place in heaven when we die; but rather, He wants us totally restored, in heart, mind and soul . . . NOW!
As we enter into this amazing adventure with God, we soon recognize that we are a part of something tremendous, something that is beyond our earthy perspective, and we are transported into the heavens with Christ; we live, breathe, and find our being in Him!
This Bible study will help you rediscover how it all began, what happened in the Garden of Eden, who is the Devil really, and what is he up to today.
Head into the heavenly realms and discover profound truths concerning your relationship with God, and His incredible plan for you.
Search your heart, preparing for a fresh baptism of the Holy Spirit. In this study, you will enter into God’s armory, suiting up with the whole armor of God.
Discover the Keys to the Kingdom given to you, and learn what they unlock; discovering your true nature in Christ, the authority given, the Sword of the Spirit, the covering armor, and the mission ahead, you will truly learn to pray . . . Upside Down!
