Fickle No More - Devotional By Dale O'Shields - 4/22, Devotional by Dale O'Shields

Fickle No More - Devotional By Dale O'Shields - 4/22

April 22, 2024

Fickle No More

This coming weekend we celebrate Palm Sunday. We’re reminded of Jesus’ entrance into Jerusalem on the Sunday before His crucifixion. That day He rode a donkey from the Mount of Olives into the city hearing the shouts of the crowd — “Hosanna!” Sadly, by that Friday, the people’s praise of Him turned to vicious attacks against Him. In less than a week, the atmosphere dramatically changed for the worse. The shouts of “Hosanna!” turned to shouts of “Crucify Him!” It’s a sad example of both the sinfulness and the fickleness of the human heart.

Fickleness refers to frequently changing loyalties, devotion and affection. It’s the “one minute I love you, the next minute I’m not so sure” syndrome. Fickle people are driven by their emotions and influenced by their circumstances. Their relationships lack deep and sincere commitment. The winds and waves of feelings, peer pressure, unpleasant situations and self-centered desires toss them about repeatedly.

One of the best things we can ever do in life is settle our fickleness when it comes to God. It’s a wonderful day when we decide to go with God one hundred percent, no matter what we feel, what people think or what circumstances we face. It’s the choice that brings incredible peace.

Joshua’s charge and personal statement to the people of Israel many years ago is still relevant for us today:

“But if you refuse to serve the Lord, then choose today whom you will serve … But as for me and my family, we will serve the Lord.” — Joshua 24:15 (NLT)

Stop the ups and downs with God and go “all in” with Him! Make a bold decision for Jesus Christ — fickle no more!

Dale O'Shields

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Dale O’Shields is known for his relevant teaching style focused on practical application in people’s lives. His messages are regularly broadcast on radio and television. He is also the author of several books, devotionals and group study guides.

Dale O’Shields is a frequent conference speaker with a passion for leadership development and church growth. He has served as the Senior Pastor of a thriving local church for over 25 years. His heart to equip and encourage pastors and church leaders has led him to be a key founder of United Pastors Network.

Dale O’Shields has been involved in pastoral ministry since 1978, serving previously as Director of Campus Ministries and as an adjunct instructor at Regent University in Virginia Beach, VA. He and his wife Terry have two married daughters and seven grandchildren.

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