2 Timothy 4:10(KJV)
For Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world, and is departed unto Thessalonica; Crescens to Galatia, Titus unto Dalmatia.
In our anchor Scripture, the love of this present world, by which the heart of Demas, a companion of Paul, stolen away from the straight and narrow way is revealed. The love of the world destroyed the destiny of Demas who initially was a passionate disciple of Christ along with Timothy, Titus and Luke. The love for the world and the things in the world is a very dangerous desire. We are in the world but not of the world. The love of the world’s opinions, habits, tastes, privileges and dispositions diminish the faith of the believer. It inflames the visible at the expense of the invisible and induces satisfaction at the expense of the greater weight of eternal glory reserved for all saints.
It is very obvious that Demas, who started well, missed it down the line because he did not set his priorities right. Many start their Christian walk very well but turn to love the things of the world only to destroy the glorious future destined for them. There are many things people do, which unknown to them, enslaves them to the devil. The love of this world destroyed Samson who was the strongest man in his time but died a shameful death. The love of the world led King Solomon astray and he concluded that all was vanity. The love for the world also aborted the prophetic career of Gehazi, who lost a great opportunity of being a carrier of triple or quadruple portion of the level of power of his master, Elisha. Lust of the eyes, lust of the flesh and the pride of life all characterize the love of the world and it is the reason many are deceived. However, there is no better life outside Jesus Christ.
Beloved, be strong in your resolution against all that oppose the Gospel of Christ. Today desire to know the Truth, practice it, deny self and glory in Christ alone. Seek God and stay connected to Him by abiding in His Word, walking intimately with Him. This means modelling our lives to the dictates and principles of His Word. You need to back up your every thought and action with His Word. Allow the Holy Spirit to work on you and determine not to allow this dangerous love manifest in your life. Pursue God, and His Goodness and Mercy shall follow you for the rest of your life.
O LORD, help me never to forsake you for anything in this world in Jesus’ Name.