Our Scripture reading today is Hosea 11:7, "And my people are bent to backsliding from me: though they called them to the most High, none at all would exalt him."
Every time I read this verse, it reminds of people who claim the name of Christian but
that is all there is to their walk. Unfortunately, their lack of action speaks louder than
what they claim to believe. Eventually this way of living the Christian life leads itself
to a time of backsliding. Exalting the Lord is done by praising Him. Exalting the Lord
is done by serving Him.
God is worthy of our genuine love for Him. He sought us out when we were lost and
undone. God is worthy of our worship and work for Him. This will show others that
our profession is not empty or emotional. We mean what we say when we claim to be
Christian.