Today I have no clever lead in or catchy phrase, I'm tired. It has been a rough day.
Ever wonder why someone who annoys you the most is usually the one whom God places in your path on a regular basis? Some days I just wonder why - and then I know that the Lord is at work in me to change my mindset to be like His (Romans 12:2). Notice I said to be like Him, not to be what I want or think. The worst word in a Chrsitian's vocabulary is "but" - if you are totally committed to being in God's perfect will, that word is not in your word bank, do not listen to your inner voice getting ready to say, "but".
I use the "but" word to defend myself, excuse my behavior, or just protest anything that goes against my logic or reasoning. When we make the decision to become totally His, we give up our right to use that word any longer, we were bought at a price and that includes allowing Him to be our Defender.
When I've had a difficult day, I am ready to use the "but" word at the next person who challenges me. However, I know as difficult as it seems, there is a divine purpose in where God has placed me, and until He decides to make a change, I need to stay put.
I can hear you saying, "But, you don't know how hard it is to do ____ and deal with ____ all day..." I do not walk in your shoes, but I have experienced tough schedules, stressful work situations, health issues as well as being a wife and mother.
Like Paul, I want to someday be able to say, "I am content in all situations," (Phil 4:12), I am not there yet, BUT I know I am making progress. :)
2 comments:
Great message. I am still learning to turn off my inner voice so that I can hear His. Good to know that I am not alone in this. We have not arrived yet, BUT we are making progress. Blessings!
What a timely message! Thank you for reminding me that God may be trying to make a change in me.
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