There is clarity in brevity. Isaiah’s prophecy is clear and punchy: “Prepare the way of the Lord, make straight his paths.”
General Grant won the Civil War using simple directives. We see the precision and brevity of his masterful command in his famous order: “Lee’s army will be your objective point. Wherever Lee goes, there you will go also.” Despite their defeat in the Wilderness in 1864, his soldiers cheered when they turned south and continued their pursuit of the Confederates. Military and business schools study, repackage, and teach the proven management techniques of great leaders. Perhaps we could apply to the spiritual life the practical wisdom of their best practices.
Clarify vision
Saint Paul insists: “If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God.” (Col. 3:1) He also reminds us: “…our [citizenship] is in heaven, and from it we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ….” (Phil. 3:20). Hence, we must direct every thought, word, and deed to heavenly glory.
Set appropriate goals
As we seek heavenly glory, our goals must include these two basic ones: Do good and avoid evil—the foundation of the moral life in Jesus.
Gather and analyze information
With this policy goal firmly in place, we can examine our behavior using the Ten Commandments as benchmarks. The Commandments provide cohesion in all of our spiritual policies, procedures, and protocols.
Formulate and implement a strategy
Resolving to meet our heavenly objectives, we must firmly intend never to violate God’s policies again. Periodically evaluate and control strategic implementation
Daily, and before every Confession, gather and analyze the information and measure it against all policy criteria. Where have I been non-compliant? Did I gravely violate a procedure? Did I willfully ignore a protocol? Identify the nature and number of all serious violations.
About The Author
Harrison Okafor
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Judith is a believer, a lover of Christ and a Gospel freak person. A passionate gospel blogger and press writer. I work with GospelHitsNaija.net Media, no 1 Gospel music platform.
