We are transformed by the renewing of our minds… So now you will see that your mental diet is really the most important thing in your whole life.”
Anthony Bloom
This post has certainly been encouraging!
discouragement. discontent. envy. boredom. self rising within. thinking only about my needs. some of those childhood thoughts pressing my every being. feeling worthless. pride.
what a battlefield of the mind. what a struggle and wrestling with the clouds of darkness that seemed to threaten and consume.
the enemy of the soul whose intent was to destroy peace and happiness. a waging battle.
Yes, in the midst of summer when we've been kinda bored, left with one vehicle for several weeks. Stuck at home, only to go out once or twice a week. It's been absolutely crazy feeling like this in the midst of summer.
God whispered, "I've created you. You are unique. You are special. No one else is exactly like you. I need you to pray for your friends. Prayer will see you through. Even if you're hurting, pray for those who have meant no harm. Get your eyes off yourself. Forgive all misunderstandings."
But the temper was telling me differently. "You're worthless. No one understands you. You can't seem to get along with anyone."
After days of wrestling, the light came through. And yes, the joy is coming again.
In comparing the differences between broken people or wounded people, I am guilty in some areas in the book I am reading. Yes, the temper was wanting to remind me of wounds of the past. But God wants me to be broken! And that's my goal. It's hard, nothing easy involved. But it's the only way to peace.
A solitary drive to town has been very renewing. It's a wonderful time to pray. There are so many needs. And thank God, I no longer think of me. Pleading the name of Jesus and washing myself in the precious blood of Jesus sent him running.
But he'll be back. And till then, I've got to stay in the Word, readying myself for the next war of the soul.
Do you know how many days in a year the men in the military actually fight?
5! Only 5!
What are they doing the rest of the time? Preparing for battle.
That's how it is in our spiritual life. We need to keep preparing for battle even when we're on the mountain top. But far too often we forget when the going is good!
Peace perfect peace!
Yet, there are many needs and hurts. My friends need me to stand by and pray.
It's been high time to get my eyes off myself and it feels sooo good!
Twice this past week, God sent a rainbow! A promise of His faithfulness, love, and patience with all humanity! He doesn't force Himself on any of us, but draws us unto Himself!
A full rainbow, double on the right side. The regular camera lens couldn't capture the width of the captivating beauty of this rainbow which seemed to get wider and bigger by the minute till it disappeared. The kiss of God was enough to soothe my troubled and selfish heart!
1 comment:
Sounds like I need to read that book.
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