16 It does not, therefore, depend on human desire or effort, but on God’s mercy. 17 For Scripture says to Pharaoh: “I raised you up for this very purpose, that I might display my power in you and that my name might be proclaimed in all the earth. 18 Therefore God has mercy on whom he wants to have mercy, and he hardens whom he wants to harden. Romans 9: 16-18
What do you want? Truly, what do you want to have happen to you? What does God want? This is a pretty simple answer, He wants you. The challenge is that not everyone wants God, they want the things of this world because they think those bring them happiness. There is only one thing that can bring true happiness, and that is a relationship with God. The enemy doesn't want us or care about us, he just wants to pull us away from God. We have to focus our desire on God and His mercy. If we want God, then we can overcome the challenges and sin that enters our hearts. God will harden the hearts of those who don't seek them, and while they might be able to enjoy the things of this world, unless they pursue Him, then they won't experience the Glory that God wants for us. God wants us so we should want Him more.
Have a great weekend.
Matt
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