Most Christians do not enjoy the sweetness of fellowshipping with God. Some experience so little while others do not experience it at all. In order to have such a happy experience, however, we must meet certain conditions. ”If thou draw out thy soul to the hungry, and satisfy the afflicted soul.” If our souls are not drawn out in pity for the hungry and we fail to relieve them, we need not expect anything other than a spiritual drought from God.
It may also be the result of attachment to the world. ”Set your affections on things above, and not on things on the earth”. Unless we live by the Bible, we can not be spiritual. A little affection for the things of the world robs the soul of spiritual life. We can sometimes console ourself that what we seek is for God’s glory. Beware! Underneath may be a desire for self-gratification, ease or luxury. If you are troubled by a lack of sensible devotion in worship, examine your affections.
It may also be the result of sloth. ”Slothfulness casteth into a deep sleep” Pro. 19: 15. Any neglect of spiritual devotion must result in lukewarmness. ”Awake, thou that sleepest.” Up and away to the hill of the Lord. Be the frequent witness of a sunrise scene from a mount of prayer. If your spiritual fruit is not beautiful, well-flavoured, and fully developed as it should be, look for the presence of sloth in the soul. Satan is too wise to suggest an entire abandonment of the spiritual duties, but he will suggest a little postponement. One delay will soon be followed by another and then by another. These delays are an opiate that dulls the spiritual senses, until we find pleasure in them. Nothing but the greatest diligence and determination and strong laying hold upon God will ever put spiritual sloth to death.
The lifting of the heart to God in praise and adoration is of greater value than the wealth of worlds . We must be filled with the Spirit. Take plenty of time to gain heaven. Stand upon God’s Word and you’ll be suprised at the Lord’s dealings with you.
Source: How to Live a Holy Life by Charles E. Orr
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