Matthew 19:17 And he said unto him, Why call thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God: but if thou wilt enter into life, keep the commandments. 20 The young man says unto him, All these things have I kept from my youth up: what lack I yet?
In other words, there was nothing external that one could point to in his life, to conclude that there was a missing link, for all the I’s were dotted, and every T was crossed, as far as external format goes. He went to church regularly, and was a prominent member of society, and apparently, he had made sincere efforts to keep the commandments.
But there was only one problem; his heart and soul were not in it, and because of this the external form of religion was being held near and dear to his heart while the kernel of love, and joyful, eager service to God and to his fellowmen, were lacking greatly.
God wants us to be joyful and happy, serving and worshipping Him, and if this is not the case then we must of necessity take a serious, introspect look at ourselves, to see what might be the missing link, if indeed we are in need of a spiritual revival.
Psalms 100: Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all ye lands. 2 Serve the Lord with gladness: come before his presence with singing.
May God add His blessing to the study of His word. “Good night” and God bless!