“For such a time is this.” -Esther 4:14
Letting go is hard. Resistance to change and refusing to let go can hinder your future steps. Just because you have had it for years or done something for years doesn’t mean it has to continue. Hanging on to just hang on is hard. When it becomes a burden, it is time to let it go.
Change continues. Finding Joy.
Blessings.
“Praying that God opens our eyes today to people who feel invisible, who never hear that they are loved and rarely receive a warm embrace.” – Beth Moore
“But the fruit of the spirit is…kindness…” – Galatians 5:22 (NIV)
Blessings.
Last Sunday I talked about criticizing and complaining, and then again on Thursday talked about failing. I know I fail daily in this. It is so easy to get caught up on the “why does it happen this way?” or “why does my spouse or child do this?” or even “I am so fat.” It takes effort, and it is exhausting.
It is a moment by moment conscience decision to not be negative in thought or to speak negative things. Again, I am feeling convicted because I feel that all I have done is complained lately. I know that I end up feeling worse if I continue in that thought process.
It has been raining, and storming most of the past week. Not have sunshine physically takes a toll on my spirits. I feel as though my thoughts bleed that way as well. I should be grateful for the rain, but we have had enough for a while I think. Like mother nature will listen to me? Ha. But think about it. If we are constantly raining on our thoughts with criticism or complaining it will bring us down. I think it saddens me, and I don’t like it.
Trying again. Grateful for the bits of sunshine yesterday and today.
“Do everything without grumbling and arguing, so that you may be blameless and pure, children of God.” – Philippians 2:14-15
Blessings.
Feeling convicted.
“Today’s challenge to anyone who’s game: Go all day till falling asleep tonight without complaining or criticizing a single time. God, fill us!” – Beth Moore
Maybe one of these…but both! Goodness. Okay—Sunday, bring it on!
Blessings!
Trust me and don’t be afraid, for I am your Strength and Song. Do not let fear dissipate your energy. Instead, invest your energy in trusting Me and singing My Song. the battle for control of your mind is fierce, and years of worry have made you vulnerable to the enemy. Therefore, you need to be vigilant in guarding your thoughts. do not despise this weakness in yourself, since I am using it to draw you closer to me. Your constant need for Me creates an intimacy that is well worth all the effort. You are not alone in this struggle for your mind. My Spirit living within you is ever ready to help in this striving. Ask Him to control your mind; He will bless you with Life and Peace. – Isaiah 12:2; Romans 8:6 – Jesus Calling by Sarah Young
This is June 11th’s reading. Trust me… that is really I all needed today. Peace.
Blessings.
“No is still a great word. When need be, let’s have the guts to say it: to someone pushy, to someone manipulative and to someone in the mirror. When we need to say no, let’s learn to say it right then instead of putting if off for days and dreading it like the plague. Get it over with.” – Beth Moore
Saying no in the mirror today. Mind wants to go and do, and body is not up for it. So, no is okay today. It should be everyday when we need to say it. Why don’t we allow ourselves a break?
Slowing down this weekend. Enough is okay.
Love and blessings.
“Sometimes a storm in your life is what will blow you to the place you are longing to be.” – Beth Moore
Storms. Not really. Just feeling as though I should be doing something other than what I am doing. My body is still adjusting, and the Lupus is conquering now. Everyday I battle the inflammation and pain. I am SO much better than I was a year ago. But still in pain. Storms.
So, I remind myself that I am working full time, taking two college classes (have taken 3 so far) this summer, and challenging myself to do more (walking daily and 5k’s).
So I read this quote and think of today and tomorrow. Tomorrow is a dream. Today is the moment I should be in. Not worrying about what I am not doing, but what I have already accomplished. God has blessed me with having more energy and a supportive, loving family. They encourage me daily, if not moment by moment. So why the storms?
I struggle always wanting to do more, because I can’t just sit anymore. I maybe in pain from my joints and basic life, but I don’t want to sit on the couch anymore. Ever. I know that I need rest days but dreams. Dreams of being more involved, starting a shop (really), getting back into ministry…dreams.
So…today’s post is just a bunch of scattered thoughts…but thank you for listening.
Blessings.
I need something to do. Not do, really, but do. Ya know? I want to contribute to something that will have an impact. Make my life worthwhile. I don’t want my life to be just busy. Busy with work, laundry, homework, and cleaning. But busy with family, and friends. Hearing what they have to say. Be that encouraging friend or Mom or wife. I want those things. I think I do these occasionally, but not near enough.
I have begun my next Math class (online), and feeling overwhelmed at times again. So, with my anxiety, I don’t just want to add something to my day. I want my days to count, not to be wasted.
I have spent far too much time in my chair (or couch) with my weight, and Lupus the past 10 years or so. I am done with that. Especially now with my weight loss, I feel better. I have more time to contribute to friendships. But I want more – I want to be outside in my yard (that is dying…a topic for another post), out with friends chatting about their day, or just walking around the block with our kids. I want to be strong in faith. To encourage my friends to take those chances on life, to go on that trip, or start up that business.
So, I am thinking about how my days can be better managed so that I can contribute somewhere. Just not sure where yet. Prayers and positive thoughts appreciated.
“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.” – Ephesians 6:10 (NIV)
Blessings.
Courage doesn’t always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying “I will try again tomorrow.” –Mary Anne Radmacher
This seems to be my favorite quote at the moment.
Blessings.
“What you can do, or dream you can, begin it; Courage has genius, power and magic in it.” – Johann Woflgang von Goethe
Dreaming today.
Blessings!
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