Gates
Nehemiah 12:25 Mattaniah, and Bakbukiah, Obadiah, Meshullam, Talmon, Akkub, were porters keeping the ward at the thresholds of the gates.
Lets talk about gates again. Because it is so important to know its role. God wants us to be on our guard. The enemy can strike at any time … we should be watchful at platforms that He will want to use. The porters played a very important role in protecting the city and not permitting any improper movements in or out. We should always be on our guard at situations that can provide access into our destiny to destabilize us. These can be subtle. The baby Jesus was hidden from Herod, not because God could not protect Him, but because God had elected that Christ be hidden at that particular time. It takes sensitivity to understand how God is working with us and when He is hiding us from evils. The most important gate is that which guards our heart … we must not be taken by surprise by lurking evil motives of revenge and envy.
Ask God even before you go to the obvious places… be careful of events that you have not checked with God. Know that the enemy is always looking for ways to humiliate and destroy your future or destiny. Be strong only when you know that your guard is up … praying without ceasing actually means do not ever let your guard down … not for a brief moment. Be sober, be vigilant … be moderate …be self-controlled.
Psalm_141:3 Set a watch, O LORD, before my mouth; keep the door of my lips.
Verses for further meditation
Hab 2:1; Mark 13:37
Thoughts for Business and the work place
Your careless moments are costly moments. Be watchful.
Suggestions for Prayer
Lord, keep the door of our soul … help us to be in you always, no matter what. Amen
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