A lot can be said about teaching ourselves how to stop. Stop heading in the wrong direction. Stop getting involved in aimless controversies. Stop habits that you know are unhealthy. Stop yourself from always commenting. Learning when and how to stop is one of the best ways we can start valuing the present moment.
“Stop being anxious…” Phil.4 Conversations Within” ts 3/24/
I hate missing a turn and having to backtrack. Even so, I am getting used to it. There is no sense complaining about it, just turn around and get back on track; the sooner the better. Smile and hit your best recovery shot. Endure the process with grace and goodness.
“Let endurance have its perfect work.” James 1.4 Conversations Within” ts 3/23/
Sometimes doing “all things” through Christ, means doing some things we would rather not do at all. Not everything done in His name is glorious, but doing something because it is what we should do, rather than want to do, brings glory to it.
“I can do all things through Him who gives me strength.” Phil.4.13 Conversations Within” ts 3/22/2022
I can appreciate the wisdom in these words because I have not heeded them on a number of occasions. I am glad there is a redo button on many things, but a lot can be said for the simple economy of effort when managing time and resources. Slow down and get it right, rather than rush and get it wrong.
“Whoever makes haste with his feet misses his way.” Prov.19.2 Conversations Within” ts 3/21/
Boy, I can relate to this. I tend to be a rigger. Duct tape, and zip ties are favorites. This approach will often work in a pinch and get the job done, but on the whole I think it is better to use a more permanent approach. Certainly things like relationships require more than a zip tie, duct tape approach.
“Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly handling the word of truth.” 2Tim.2.15 Conversations Within” ts 3/20/2022
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