Deuteronomy 23:21-23 NLT When you make a vow to the LORD your God, be prompt in fulfilling whatever you promised him. For the LORD your God demands that you promptly fulfill all your vows, or you will be guilty of sin. However, it is not a sin to refrain from making a vow. But once you have voluntarily made a vow, be careful to fulfill your promise to the LORD your God.

I’m not one to make New Year’s resolutions. It’s not because I don’t have things I need to improve on (don’t we all), it’s really because I don’t want to resolve to do something, and then not do it. Basically I’m too proud to admit I might not achieve my goals.

While the Israelites were told not to make vows they didn’t intend to keep, they weren’t told not to make vows. When God calls us to give or to serve or to act on something, should we be able to resolve to do it? Shouldn’t we have the faith to make a commitment to God? Shouldn’t we be resolute?

-Kevi

 

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