How Do You Care For Your Heart & Home

Psalm‬ ‭101:1-2‬ “I will sing of Your love and justice; to You, Lord, I will sing praise. I will be careful to lead a blameless life— when will You come to me? I will conduct the affairs of my house with a blameless heart."

     Beautiful way to start the day! However, ouch! The last part 'I will conduct the affairs of my house with a blameless heart' - I REALLY need to 'conduct' my house!! I have fallen out of practice with a routine, and it is therefore leading to disorder. I am praying for diligence and consistency for myself to get things in order. The other part, 'blameless heart' - I asked the Lord what that means for me? He whispered that what my Mom did or didn't do, I am not to be blamed for. However, that which I DO know, I need to follow. Gladly, as if I were doing it for Jesus. Well, of course I 'know' that way of thinking, but I just don't follow it like I want to. It is hard to let go of the past sometimes. Both from the actions of others as well as our choices and actions. The past cannot be changed. WE must NOT get stuck there! Yes, we may have a lot of work ahead of us, in order to clean up the mess we may have made, and the wake that flows behind us.... we can ONLY do it with the guidance and direction of the Lord Jesus Christ. Not on our own, in our own strength, but by His power. Relying on the Holy Spirit is not easy for some, I get that! We were created though to have "need" - and that "need" is only filled by Jesus, not all of the other crazy things we have around us in our day to day life. When we are following His will, direction, guidance... then we WILL be able to 'sing praises' as easily as it is to breathe. Which, will also allow us to lead blameless lives, and conduct the affairs of our house with a blameless heart. God looks at and see our 'heart' and the intentions we have in the things we do. LOL Sometimes, our intentions and are actions don't match up - but He really DOES see our heart!!

     Today, ask the Lord to reveal what 'is and is not' your responsibility in your life. What you will be held accountable for. Then focus on those things, NOT the things of the past which you cannot change anyway. Be blessed and well today!


Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Jesus Calling May 25

Image
Jesus Calling May 25 th    Perfect! Just like it is - nothing more to add to it - it fits perfectly in my life today!! Isaiah 41:10 (NLT) Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with My victorious right hand. Zephaniah 3:17 (NLT) For the  Lord your God is living among you. He is a mighty savior. He will take delight in you with gladness. With His love, He will calm all your fears. He will rejoice over you with joyful songs.” Psalm 34:19 (NLT) The righteous person faces many troubles, but the  Lord comes to the rescue each time.
Read more

How To Be Rich...In Good Works

Image
1 Timothy‬ ‭6:17-19 “Teach those who are rich in this world not to be proud and not to trust in their money, which is so unreliable. Their trust should be in God, who richly gives us all we need for our enjoyment. Tell them to use their money to do good. They should be rich in good works and generous to those in need, always being ready to share with others. By doing this they will be storing up their treasure as a good foundation for the future so that they may experience true life."      What an amazing passage!! Even if we are not rich by our standards or the worlds...we CAN be 'rich in good works'! Being generous isn't always about money. It can be time, conversation, love, kindness... Remember, when we 'do to the least of these' we are doing it to/for Jesus. Today, you have the opportunity to 'experience true life' - you do!! How? By being ready, on the alert, to help, share, do good for someone else. Some people may look alright on the outside, ...
Read more

What Does Twilight Look Like To You

Image
Isaiah 21:4 (NIV) My heart falters, fear makes me tremble; the twilight I longed for has become a horror to me. This chapter contains prophecies against  Babylon ,  Edom  and  Arabia . However, this verse jumped out at me for a different reason. First of all, I had a bit of an MEF (mind’s eye flash) of sitting on a porch overlooking the vast sky towards a big open space. Watching the sun set. Actually sitting there anticipating the setting sun and all of the colors that will be painted across the sky at twilight. How amazing and beautiful the sky becomes each and every night, as God uses it to create a magnificent canvas of art for us to enjoy! I am absolutely amazed each time I see His wonderful sunsets! Then the MEF changed. These verses reminded me of the times I have lost loved ones. How that beautiful night sky became a symbol of the fear, yes even horror of the night to come. The beauty might as well have turned to ashes at that moment ...
Read more

How To Avoid Meaningless Conversations

Image
1 Timothy‬ ‭1:4-5 “Don’t let them waste their time in endless discussion of myths and spiritual pedigrees. These things only lead to meaningless speculations, which don’t help people live a life of faith in God. The purpose of my instruction is that all believers would be filled with love that comes from a pure heart, a clear conscience, and genuine faith."      Have you ever had a conversation with someone that feels like 'it's SO off track' or that leads to a debate of things that just 'don't feel right'? LISTEN to that Red Flag from the Holy Spirit! Excuse yourself, and walk away! Why? Because the enemy uses these crazy opinions & topics to dance around in your head and thoughts for days, weeks, even months ahead. Being a part of a conversation that gets so derailed from truth, is NOT good for anyone! If you cannot bring it back to truth, giving God glory - then leave.      For me, when people start telling colorful, inappropriate jokes, if I can...
Read more