Jesus is always telling us to not be afraid. Why fret when He promises His presence with us always. I have let so many silly things disturb my peace. He is teaching me to relax and turn my eyes towards His light.
“But the path of righteous people is like the light of dawn that becomes brighter and brighter until it reaches midday.” Prov.4.18
Because God delights in truth, He will personally attend to it. We do not need to fear the trickery and deceit that pervades our world. Every lie will be exposed, even the ones we tell ourselves. The truth will set us free. Lord before I speak, let me weigh not just the truth in what I say, but if what I say will bring your blessing.
“Lying lips are an abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly are his delight.” Conversations Within” ts Aug 12, 2026
Every time we choose, we add to or take away the fruitfulness of our life. Before I answer the call of some desire, or give expression to some feeling, let me deliberately pause and measure if I am adding to or taking from my joy and peace.
“Catch for us the foxes, the little foxes that ruin the vineyards, our vineyards that are in bloom.” Song of Solomon 2 Conversations Within” ts
My spouse has nurtured a wise way of responding to my silly complaints. She just shrugs and says, “That’s just life.” You could say she shrugs these inconveniences of life off her shoulders. She has learned to dismiss matters over which she has no control, and refuses to let them steal her peace.
“Nothing can separate us from the love of God…” Rom.8
I see the wisdom of anchoring a new habit to one that I already practice. For instance, I can take my vitamins when I brush my teeth. I can also use the pain and regret of a bad habit to encourage me to establish a healthy one. Suffering is as much a part of growth as are the rewards for enduring it.
“...discipline yourself for the purpose of godliness. 1Tim.4 Conversations Within” ts Aug 6, 2026
