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A Double-Minded Man Is A Double-Mastered Man (Impact Hard Devotional: Day 29)

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A Double-Minded Man Is A Double-Mastered Man

“A double minded man is unstable in all his ways.”

James 1:8

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Indecisiveness can be a form of abuse. That may seem like a harsh statement, but think it through. What harm does a man do to his wife and family when he is double-minded and unstable in his decision making and leadership in the home? One day he is “Gung ho for God,” and the next he is despondent and passive. He comes home from a conference, “fired up about financial responsibility,” and then months later, he is maxing out his credit card on a vacation he cannot afford. After an emotional outburst of anger, he promises to get things under control, only to blow a gasket over a miscommunication about the family calendar. Or, perhaps, he simply cannot get out of his head long enough to make a decision… he is passive, unwilling to take a risk, take a stand, or step out in faith because the incessant “what ifs”that fill his mind keep him in a state of paralysis by analysis.

When a man is double-minded or indecisive, he forfeits two of the most important qualities of a husband and father- Respect and Trust. A wife cannot respect a man who is constantly changing his mind, shifting his convictions, and acting in unpredictable and unreliable ways. Trust erodes quickly in the hearts of children who never know which version of Dad they are going to get when he comes home from work. Enough double-mindedness from a husband, father, or leader can have a profoundly traumatic effect on the ones closest to him. Perhaps you can relate… have you had a “double-minded” dad, boss, pastor, or coach? How did his indecisiveness affect your well being?

A “double-minded” man is really a “double-mastered” man. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus plainly taught us, “No one can serve two masters” (Matthew 6:24). To become a Christian, you must confess with your mouth that “Jesus is Lord.” (Romans 10:9) Jesus is our Master and we can serve Him alone. A “double-minded” man has given a portion of his allegiance to another master. Whether it is money, fear of man, control, pride, comfort, pleasure, or success; any master apart from Jesus will tear you apart and leave you unstable in all your ways. Even living to please your wife and children will eventually eviscerate your soul.

Obey God… lead your wife and children. Be single-minded and clear in your thinking that the only master you must please is the Lord Jesus Christ. Do that, and the respect and trust will follow. Chase approval from spouse, children, or others and everything you love will get tossed back and forth like a ship at sea.

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A Double-Minded Man Is A Double-Mastered Man (Impact Hard Devotional: Day 29)

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