Psalm 53

Verse 1...
The fool says in his heart, “There is no God.”
They are corrupt, doing abominable iniquity;
There is none who does good.

(cf Psalm 14)  

Though this verse is commonly used in reference to the unbeliever, the antagonist, the atheist, I've been pondering the opening words ("The fool says in his heart, 'There is no God'") as they pertain to the thoughts of my own heart.

When I kick and resist God's providential leading in my life, or insist that His ways are not good, I am a fool.

When I fear the future, as if God will not provide everything I need, I am a fool.

When I behave as if God's Spirit is not dwelling in me and conforming me to the image of His dear Son, I am a fool.

O Lord, You are the great "I AM" - may my life display Your glory and grace!