"'He must fulfill the vow he has made, according to the law of the Nazirite.'" Numbers 6:21b
Vows. How seriously do we take them? We live in a time when many who have said those words, "forsaking all others...," don't take them seriously anymore.
To God, vows are important. They set us apart from the world, which is committed to nothing but itself. Like the Nazirite, who was to live his live as one consecrated to the Lord, those who take vows are to stand out in the crowd. Others should know right away that something is different.
Am I living that way? When others see me, do they see a husband and father? Or do they see a man who is chasing success in any way he can get it?
Lord, there are times I wonder what I am about. Help others to see me as one who is committed to his family - as one who is committed to You. Help me to fulfill my vows. Make in me a clean heart today.