Giving Distractions the Cold Shoulder

SCRIPTURE: Luke 10:3,4
³ Go! I am sending you out like lambs among wolves. ⁴ Do not take a purse or bag or sandals; and do not greet anyone on the road.

OBSERVATION/APPLICATION: I think of Jesus as a friendly, warm person. So the injunction to "not greet anyone on the road" seems a bit strange. But the message is a clear one. We are not to get distracted by anything or anyone whe we have been given an assignment by God. We are to maintain our focus on the task at hand. This is such an appropriate word for me! I have a real tendency to get distracted, especially by people. I tell myself (and others) that people are more important than things. This is true, but nothing is more important than doing the Lord's will and I should let nothing distract me from that. Maintaining focus for me includes letting nothing interfere with my quiet time with God and making a priority of whatever instructions he gives me during the time I spend with him.

PRAYER: Father, I know I have often been distracted and have lost focus on doing what you have given me to do. I repent. Help me to have discernment from your Spirit whenever I begin to lose my focus. I want to order my life according to your direction. Speak to me Lord, and tell me what you want me to do. Keep me on that narrow path you have for me.I want to walk in your way for me at all times. Thank you for loving and caring for me and allowing me to participate in your kingdom. In Jesus' Name, Amen.