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GLEANINGS FROM THE WORD Experiencing an extraordinary God in ordinary life Issue #420 February 20, 2002 Overflow Here in this part of Alberta, Canada, we’ve had unseasonably warm weather this winter. Many days have been above freezing and there is little snow. The snow has been melting and flowing out onto the lake, leaving distinctive flow patterns and unsafe patches on the ice. The more the snow melts, the larger the flow patterns become and the less stable the ice underneath becomes. Even in areas where there is a solid base of ice, the overflow areas can be very dangerous. The same thing can happen to Christians. We might have a foundation of sorts, but we let the overflow of life pile up on the foundation and weaken it. We slip into old habits. We drift away from our relationship with God. We allow the things of the world to distract us from the things of eternity. We fill our minds with garbage television and reading. The layers gradually build up, leaving a very un-Christ-like appearance and weakening our witness. God doesn’t call us to be perfect and He knows what it is like to be tested, but we are still called to walk a narrow path and keep Him in the forefront of our lives. We’re called to focus on the things that please God. Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is--his good, pleasing and perfect will. Romans 12:2 NIV Until next time, may you examine your life and eliminate the overflow that clouds your faith walk. Hallelu Yah Kevin To share your thoughts on this issue of Gleanings, or to share prayer concerns email us at corbin_writer@hotmail.com. or write us at : Gleanings From The Word 114 Oak Street Sherwood Park, AB Canada, T8A 0V8 At Gleanings, we have a dedicated team of prayer warriors and all prayer concerns are kept strictly confidential. If you enjoyed this issue of Gleanings From The Word, email it, in its entirety, to a friend. For information on use of Gleanings in your church newsletter or other situations please visit the permissions page on our website
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