Doing the right thing will not always feel good or make you happy. A consistent walk with God requires though, that you act right even when you don't feel right.

"Offer the sacrifices of righteousness and put your trust in the Lord." (Psalm 4:5)

When we measure our thoughts, words, and actions against those of the world, we can fool ourselves into thinking that we're doing well. Yet once you are His, He holds you to a higher standard.

The Bible teaches us to "be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God." (Romans 12:2)

Measuring ourselves by the standards set forth by the world might boost our egos but will add nothing to helping us to aspire to the true standards of righteousness set forth by God in His Word.

Each step you take and each decision you make has the potential to take you further from or draw you closer to God.

If you are truly walking with Him, there's no such thing as a small sin. While the world sees what is on the outside, He knows our hearts.

As a loving Father, He will not allow us to live sinfully and to experience his approval, peace, and joy simultaneously. If we are holding onto sin in any one area, He will not bless our lives in the other ones.

No righteous and loving parent would.