Start Fresh
I could clearly see two 'forks' on the young bull moose. This made him legal, and I almost pulled the trigger at 300 yards. I was calling him in by imitating a cow 'call' and a bull 'grunt.' I almost shot him at 200 yards. I almost shot him at 100 yards. It wasn't until he stepped out of the brush at 50 yards that I noticed a third tine on both antlers. This meant the bull was NOT legal. I almost made a mistake that could have cost me my rifle, ATV, thousands of dollars in fines, and hunting privileges.
When we take a closer look, many of the things in life that seem 'legal' at first glance are clearly not pleasing to God. That movie that normalizes sexual immorality or uses the name of our Savior to curse, that alcohol, tobacco or marijuana that sends wrong messages to our children and lost friends... is it really 'legal' just because the government says that it is?
Those who are mature do not ask, "What is permissible?", they ask, "What is beneficial?" In other words, "How does this help me draw closer to Christ? How does this help me lead my family? How does this help me live in a way that pleases God?" Take a closer look at your habits. Discard anything that is not helpful. God is eager to forgive. He is eager for you to start fresh. Be blessed! -Pastor Brad
Written on August 9, 2025
Posted in Daily Devotions