Reading Genesis 23 in a study a while back, it was noted that Abraham demonstrated humility and this aroused a response of respect. He wanted to pay for a burial site for Sarah his wife rather than receive it as a gift. He shows us a humble independence that any leader should imitate. This poem was inspired by this display of humility from Abraham: Unlimited Ability with Humility.
In the post Ready for His Return at all Times I wrote about the need to pay attention to our spiritual health; getting ready for each day by feeding our souls with healthy thoughts and using our abilities to glorify God. At the end of each day, we should reflect on the good or bad things of the day to draw lessons from which to share with others.
We should pay attention to get things in order, get pride out of the way, admit our faults, and accept Jesus as Savior. Like predicting the weather, use discernment to see what God is doing. Get ready, get settled with the Lord, and prepared for the battle ahead. Here is a video to feed our soul with thoughts of a believer: Fix My Eyes on You – King and Country.
I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With Him at my right hand, I will not be shaken. – Psalm 16:8
As Jesus explains in Luke 12:35-59, we should be ready for His return at all times because it will be when we least expect it (v. 40). If we knew the Lord would be returning within 30 days, we might be more disciplined in the use of our time. We would be paying attention and getting things in order. Like taking an exam, we would prepare in advance by making notes and studying the material.
For a Christian, it is no different, we should study and get ready for each day by feeding our soul with thoughts of a believer. We should use the abilities and opportunities God has given us. Then constantly evaluate each day to make sure we are on the right path.
This day with God, remember He’s not distant but near. Stay focused on His presence. This day, He may shout to us in a thunderstorm or paint a beautiful rainbow in the sky. His guiding principles will help in every activity throughout our day.
Life is so much more than possessions and money. The passage studied and written about in the post Have Faith and the Lord will Provide is about what is really important in life. If we go after possessions, there is more stress and worry about losing them. Worry is worthless but discovering the treasures of heaven is priceless.
God’s Word provides food for a healthy mind, body, and soul and His Son creates light for our understanding. We can be inspired by a praise song that brings peace and joy to our day; music for our ears and inspiration for our souls: here’s today’s video: Beautiful Day – Jamie Grace. Enjoy!
For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. – Luke 12:34
Reading in Luke 12:13-34, a man in the crowd misunderstood why Jesus was doing what He was doing. The man was asking Jesus to be a judge or arbiter over his inheritance rather than teacher of how one should live. Jesus continued to teach in the Parable of the Rich Fool that it is wise to store up eternal spiritual treasure rather than earthly temporary earthly treasure for ourselves.
Jesus then continues teaching about life. If we work, study, and pray to grow rich towards God, there is no worry. He asked the disciples to consider the ravens who do not store up their food in barns yet have plenty to eat. Then He points out that we are much more valuable to God than birds.
Jesus points out that we can’t add a single hour to our life by worrying (v. 25). He said, “Consider how the wild flowers grow. They do not labor or spin. Yet I tell you, not even Solomon in all his splendor was dressed like one of these” (v. 27).
So the lesson is for us not to worry about what we will eat, drink or wear but to have faith and the Lord will provide. Worry is worthless but discovering the treasures of heaven is priceless. Believe that you have a purpose and achieve that which God has in store for you. He sees each of us as an extremely valuable part of His team. We may not receive earthly treasures but there are many benefits that go along with being a child of God; including inheriting eternal life.
This day with You God, we pray for healing both mentally and physically; that our thoughts are on how You will provide and not constant worry about how we must provide for our own needs. Lord, You created the universe, are all powerful, and provide the most amazing inheritance for each of us; much more than anyone has ever received on earth. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen!
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