Make His Paths Straight     
 

by Terry W. Benton

 

When John the Baptist was calling for the Jews to “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand,” (Matt.3:1-3) Matthew explained that John was the one Isaiah had predicted in Isaiah 40 as “the voice of one crying in the wilderness: ‘Prepare the way of the Lord, make His paths straight.’” So, John was alerting people that the KING of the kingdom of heaven was on His way, the people needed to be ready to welcome and receive Him, and there should be no obstacles, impediments, or hindrances to all being prepared for the king and His heavenly kingdom. The blessings of that kingdom can only come to a prepared people. Unprepared people will be passed over. So, it is crucial that all men everywhere “repent” and remove anything that may hinder or block you from coming in heart, soul, and mind to King Jesus. There must be a straight path from God’s heart to your heart. There must be nothing more important to us than making sure there is an unhindered path from our heart to the King. No job is more important. No earthly goal, no material ambitions, no human relationships, nothing, is more important. If something is more important, then we have not repented and made His path to our heart a straight shot. God will not take second or last place in our interests and goals. He deserves nothing less than a straight path to our hearts. Has there been anything that you have allowed to stand in the way of a great relationship between you and the King and His kingdom? Repent, and make a straight path for your heart to receive the King, to welcome Him into your life. He has a “great salvation” opportunity for all those who obey Him (Heb.5:9; 2:1; Mark 16:15-16; Acts 2:38). Clear out all the useless debris that has stood in the way. The King and His kingdom is your greatest opportunity in this world and in the world to come! Give Him a straight shot to your heart!          Other Articles by Terry W. Benton Deciding on Perspective Body Versus Soul They Hated Me First Subjective Spirit Leading The Pharisee Shield Review of Radical Restoration Chapter 1 These Things Became Our Examples The Fall and the Rising   For Past Auburn Beacons go to: www.aubeacon.com/Bulletins.htm   Anyone can join the mailing list for the Auburn Beacon! Send your request to: larryrouse@aubeacon.com