01/03/2025
Day 33 of 44: The Mystery of Purity.
Is Your Body Pure?
“And every man that hath this hope in him purifieth himself, even as he is pure.” — 1 John 3:3
Imagine this: you’re at the grocery store, cruising through the frozen food aisle, debating if you should grab the kale or cave in to the triple chocolate ice cream (no judgment). Suddenly, you feel a tap on your shoulder. It’s Jesus. Right there, between the pizza rolls and the plant-based nuggets, He asks, “Is your body pure?”
Cue the awkward silence. You glance at your cart, suddenly hyperaware of every questionable choice sitting in there (why so many chips?). But is Jesus just asking about what’s on your grocery list. Heavens no! He’s asking about what you’re feeding your heart, your mind, and your soul. What are you stocking your “spiritual shelves” with? Are they full of His truth and love, or cluttered with worldly junk that leaves you feeling empty?
Your body is a temple, and it’s easy to treat it more like a convenience store. The question is, are you ready to do a clean sweep and restock with what glorifies God? Purity isn’t about perfection; it’s about intentional choices, even in the mundane moments like what you grab in isle 7!
Today’s Challenge: Will you Inspect your “spiritual cart.” ? Ask yourself, what needs to be put back on the shelf, and what should you be picking up instead? Remember, Christ Jesus has already paid for the good stuff…you just have to choose it.
A Prayer for you to ask for help,
Dear Lord in Heaven,
I Thank You for meeting me even in the mundane moments. Help me to see my life, my choices, and my body as gifts from You. Teach me to honor You with what I take in, whether it’s food, thoughts, or habits. Show me how to live in a way that reflects Your purity. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.