“Each ones work will become clear; for the Day will declare it because it will be revealed by fire.”  1 Corinthians 3:13

All too often, we go through life making one decision after another without thought to the importance of the choices we make on a daily basis – how those choices affect others, our reputation, or more importantly God’s Kingdom.

Every day, we are faced with choices – some that are very important, others that are simply part of our everyday lives.   As I was talking with someone a few days ago, I was vividly reminded of the need to have confirmation from the Lord on my decisions.  Of course, I’m not talking about whether I should eat a hamburger or a piece of chicken for lunch….but those critical decisions that have the ability to alter our circumstances.

1 Corinthians 3:13 reminds us that there is coming a Day when all of our works will be tried by fire.  The fire that Paul is talking about in this passage is the purest fire of heaven.  It burns away every choice we’ve made, every deed we’ve done that wasn’t done for the right reason – even if it was a great success here on earth.

People cannot see the intent of our heart or the true motivation behind our decisions; but let us not forget…God sees it all!  

Selfishness, lack of integrity, lack of accountability, pride, envy, anger, rebellion, unforgiveness, lust….All accomplishments made through avenues that are lined with these things will be as dust in the eyes of our Father.

Selflessness, integrity, accountability, humility, love, care, patience, obedience, forgiveness, self-control….All accomplishments made through avenues lines with these things will receive a reward.

Let me encourage you today, make choices that bring honor to the Name of Jesus.  It may “cost” you something today, but the reward will be worth it!