Defending the faith, and forsaking our first love

On my way through the Revelation, I stopped a moment at this passage in chapter 2:

"To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: These are the words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand and walks among the seven golden lampstands: I know your deeds, your hard work and your perseverance. I know that you cannot tolerate wicked men, that you have tested those who claim to be apostles but are not, and have found them false. You have persevered and have endured hardships for my name, and have not grown weary. Yet I hold this against you: You have forsaken your first love."

I wondered how often I get my proverbial dander up, defending the faith, sharing the faith, preaching the faith -- that I forget to LIVE the faith. How often do I forget to turn my eyes toward Jesus, the author and perfector of faith, and satisfy myself with working for Him instead of loving Him.

Help me, Lord, that the words of my mouth and the thoughts of my heart always please you.

amen

Rich@
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