Neglecting God

Haggai; Psalm 140; Proverbs 30:17

Is it a time for you yourselves to be living in your paneled houses, while this house remains a ruin? – Haggai 1:4

We know from what God said to David back in 1 Chronicles 17 that God was not really all that concerned to have “better housing” than His people. But that did not mean God wanted His people to neglect Him. By neglecting His house, the Israelites were now showing a lack of concern for God Himself. In their hearts they were putting themselves first.

God cares about our hearts, and our earthly efforts demonstrate whether our hearts are concerned about His glory or our own. What would the evidence in your life show right now? Is your heart filled to overflowing with the glory of God?