Title: As You Lay Your Bed, So Shall You Lie on It.

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Scripture focus: “Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows.” KJV.

Life is full of choices, and each choice we make is like laying down a sheet on the bed of our future. Scripture reminds us of this principle in Galatians 6:7 — “Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows.” The decisions we make today, whether good or bad, will shape the comfort or discomfort of our tomorrow.

When we choose honesty, diligence, kindness, and obedience to God, we are laying a bed of peace, joy, and blessing. But when we choose shortcuts, deceit, or disobedience, we prepare a bed that will be hard to rest on. God in His mercy forgives, but the consequences of our actions often remain as lessons.

The devotion here is simple: be mindful of the bed you are laying. Each word spoken, each action taken, each seed sown is preparing the place where you will rest. If you desire peace, sow peace. If you desire joy, sow joy. If you desire eternal life, sow to please the Spirit.
  As a youth planning to attend the university chose your course of study wisely to prevent regret in future. Some courses are just no longer marketable, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has or will soon take out most jobs. Be wise!

Reflection
- What kind of bed am I laying with my daily choices?  
- Am I sowing seeds that will bring me closer to God or farther away?  

Prayer
Lord, help me to lay my bed with wisdom and righteousness. Teach me to sow seeds that honor You, so that when I lie down, I may rest in peace and joy. Amen.  

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©Dr.Joel Olanrewaju, gbemide09@gmail.com.

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