“Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me” (Psalm 51:10)
Those who truly desire to walk with God are not satisfied with a salvation of the past or a future promise—they long to be saved today, and tomorrow as well. And saved from what? From that which still dwells within us and opposes the Lord’s will. Yes, even the most sincere heart still carries, in its nature, inclinations contrary to the Word of God. That is why the soul that loves the Father cries out for continual salvation—a daily deliverance from the power and presence of sin.
It is in this cry that obedience to the Lord’s holy commandments becomes not only necessary, but vital. The Father’s grace is manifested as we choose, moment by moment, to walk in faithfulness to His Word. It is not enough to know what is right—we must practice it, resist, and reject the sin that insists on accompanying us. This daily surrender shapes the heart and strengthens it to live according to the will of the Most High.
The Father blesses and sends the obedient to the Son for forgiveness and salvation. And it is in this process of constant purification that we experience true life with God. Cry out today for this daily salvation—and walk, with humility and steadfastness, in the ways of the Lord. -Adapted from J.C. Philpot. Until tomorrow, if the Lord allows us.
Pray with me: Lord God, I acknowledge that even though I have come to know You, I still need to be saved every day. There are desires, thoughts, and attitudes within me that do not please You, and I know I cannot overcome them without Your help.
Help me to hate sin, to flee from evil, and to choose Your way in every detail of my day. Give me strength to obey, even when my heart wavers, and purify me with Your constant presence.
Oh, my beloved God, I thank You because You not only saved me in the past, but You continue to save me in the present. Your beloved Son is my eternal Prince and Savior. Your mighty Law is like a fountain that washes and renews my inner being. Your commandments are beacons that drive away the darkness of sin. I pray in the precious name of Jesus, amen.
