A Prayer for Turning from Vanity
DeVries reflects on the vanities and sorrows of the world through the lens of Scripture, particularly Psalm 119:37, and calls readers to turn away from worldly distractions and seek constant quickening from God. The article combines biblical meditation with practical spiritual encouragement for perseverance in the Christian life amid the trials and temptations of the present age. Suitable for those seeking devotional reflection on worldliness and the necessity of prayer for sanctification.
"Turn away mine eyes from beholding vanity; and quicken thou me in thy way." Psalm 119:37 A new year is again upon us. At year's end many media sources review the so-called highlights of the year gone by. Again there have been amazing accomplishments in science, technology, and medicine. Many of the headlines from 2015 have been tragic, relating calamities, disasters, violence, and horrific acts of terrorism. There are the names and faces of those who have made the news, along with the birth...
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