Stay on the Path

Scripture:

Deuteronomy 5:33 "Stay on the path that the Lord your God has commanded you to follow.  Then you will live long and prosperous lives in the land you are about to enter and occupy."

Observation:

Moses told the people that they must obey all of God's commands and decrees in detail.  He then went on to tell the people of Israel how to live long and prosperous lives in the Promised Land.  He said to do this, they must stay on the path God commanded them to follow.

Application:

Everyone wants the simple keys and steps to prosperity.  We all want to live long and prosperous lives.  One of the keys to a long and prosperous life is that you have to stay on the path of the Lord.  It is easy to get off His path and onto our own path.  It is easy to see a path that looks easier and to take it, but staying on the Lord's path and doing things His way is what is going to be blessed.

Prayer:

God, help me to do things Your way and not my own.  Teach me to stay on Your path, no matter how good other paths look.  Help me to remain focused on You and Your ways.  You path leads to prosperity and long life.  Help me to stay on it always.

Your Son,
Jeff