What you are experiencing right now may not look like the abundant life Jesus promised, but remember that His promise is not that everything that happens to us will be good. His promise is that He will work good out of everything happening to us.
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Sometimes when we use the word “if” we use it making an assumption that the likelihood of something happening is true. For instance, when the Scriptures say, “if we sin,” they are making the assumption that we probably will. God has factored in this possibility, and made provision for it. We don’t plan to sin, but God in His wisdom has a plan of action when we do.
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I hate to admit it, but I still need the fear of negative consequences to motivate me to stay the right course. Remembering last night's heartburn, encourages tonight’s decision not to overindulge. I look forward to the day when all my choices are governed by love alone.
"There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear.
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My focus determines so much. It makes perfect sense that the Creator is the model of what our focus should be. God is love, and He is always showering it on the world. I can think of nothing better than to choose “love” as my life’s focus. Keeping this focus can be a challenge but the peace and joy that comes is worth it.
“Let your eyes look directly forward, and your gaze be straight before you.” Prov.4.25
Recently I wrote about the advice of a friend counseling me on how to avoid injury while working on a building project. Since, I realize that this advice is a wise approach to everything. When I do something, or say something, I should calculate if it is good, healthy, and if I am using the best approach.
“...the prudent gives thought to his steps.” Prov.14.15 Conversations Within ts
