Words can scarcely describe the overwhelming love that God has for us.. for me. He shows me his unfailing love, grace, and compassion every day. When I think about just how blessed I am I realize that the more I search Christ whole-heartedly the more my heart finds peace, rest, healing, comfort, and fulfillment. The Lord is teaching me more on how to unselfishly transform my ways into those equivalant of a Proverbs 31 woman.
"She is clothed with strength and dignity, She can laugh at the days to come. She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue."(Proverbs 31:25-26) By studying and following Gods examples of what a true woman of God is like I am learning what true beauty should look like..and by having a selfless faith in God he has made me thirsty for more of his uncondional love. I have learned that the only true, and fulfilling love I'll ever find is in a divine romance with Christ.
- She loves the Lord her God with all her heart, soul, mind, and strength. She has a relationship with God. (Deut. 6:5)
- She fears the Lord. She has a high reverence and fear of God. (Prov. 31:30, 1 Peter 3:2)
- She is loyal. (1 Peter 3:5b, Prov. 5:18)
- She has a submissive heart. She is willing to place herself under her husband (Eph. 5:22-33, Col. 3:18, 1 Peter 3..)
- She is a helper. (Genesis 2:18-25)
- She is Trustworthy. (Prov. 31:11)
- She brings her husband good, not harm. (Prov. 31:12)
- She is compassionate toward the needy. She reaches out to them. (Prov. 31:20)
- She does not place her focus on her outward appearance. (Prov. 31:30, 1 Peter 3:3)
- Instead, she is focused on the beauty of her inner heart...who God wants her to be. (1 Peter 3:4-5)
- She is pure and holy. (1 Peter 3:2, Prov. 31:10)
- Mentally and Emotionally stable. (Prov. 31:25b, Phil. 4:6-8) (Her husband trusts in her.) She does not worry about the future, but SHE CAN LAUGH AT THE DAYS TO COME.
How amazing is it women in Christ, that our God has given us an example of such a woman that we may eventually attain all of these godly attributes [not selfishly, but for the glorification of God]? He gave us all the capacity of wisdom to strive for her beauty.
Sunday, January 23, 2011
Saturday, January 22, 2011
Worry, like faith, a spiritual battle..
Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own." -Matthew 6:34
God never intended us to carry tomorrow's burdens along with today's. Most the stuff we worry about never happens anyways or turns out better then we anticipated. Worry, like faith, a spiritual battle.... attracts the very same things we fear, clouds our judgement and distorts our perspective.
Replace it-->"Whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable, if anything is excellent or praiseworthy, think about such things." - Phillipians 4:8
Dissect it--> "Fear involves torment" -1 John 4:18; "fear torments you; your imagination runs amok, conjuring up all kinds of scary scenerios. But it's also illogical; when you take it apart rationally and systematically, it loses it's power to control you."
Rise above it--> "But those whose hope is in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." -Isaiah 40:31
"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen youand help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." - Isaiah 41:10
"As you know, we consider the blessed those who have persevered...... The Lord is full of compassion and mercy." - James 5:11
"If you look for me whole-heartedly, you will find me"
"Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." - Joshua 1:9
God never intended us to carry tomorrow's burdens along with today's. Most the stuff we worry about never happens anyways or turns out better then we anticipated. Worry, like faith, a spiritual battle.... attracts the very same things we fear, clouds our judgement and distorts our perspective.
Replace it-->"Whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable, if anything is excellent or praiseworthy, think about such things." - Phillipians 4:8
Dissect it--> "Fear involves torment" -1 John 4:18; "fear torments you; your imagination runs amok, conjuring up all kinds of scary scenerios. But it's also illogical; when you take it apart rationally and systematically, it loses it's power to control you."
Rise above it--> "But those whose hope is in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." -Isaiah 40:31
"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen youand help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." - Isaiah 41:10
"As you know, we consider the blessed those who have persevered...... The Lord is full of compassion and mercy." - James 5:11
"If you look for me whole-heartedly, you will find me"
"Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." - Joshua 1:9
.:.Captivated by a flawless love.:.
"For am I now seeking the approval of man, or of God? Or am I trying to please man? If I were still trying to please man, I would not be a servant of Christ" -Galatians 1:10
Love for God --> "Love must be sincere." -Romans 12:9
Selfless Love --> "Anyone who claims to be in the light but hates his brother is still in the darkness." -1 John 2:9
Hunger for God's word --> "Therefore, rid yoursleves of all malice and all deceit, hypocrocy, envy, and slander of every kind...Know that you have tasted that the Lord is good." -1 Peter 2:1-3
Kindness --> He who withholds kindness from a friend forsakes the fear of the Almighty. -Job 6:14
Anxiety--> Anxiety in a man's heart weighs him down, but a good word makes him glad. -Proverbs 12:25
Patience--> And the Lord's servant must not be quarrelsome, but kind to everyone, able to teach, patiently enduring evil. -Romans 2:24
Contentment --> Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation to be content. -Philippians 4:11
Purity--> For this is the will of God, your sanctification. That you abstain from sexual immorality, that each one of you knows how to control your own body in holiness and honor. -1 Thessalonians 4:3
Justifying evil--> He who justifies the wicked and he who condemns the righteous, are alike in an abomination to the Lord. -Proverbs 17:15
Discipline--> Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but he who hates reproof is stupid. -Proverbs 12:1
Joy--> Be joyful always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Jesus Christ. -1 Thessalonians 5:16
Idols--> ...You turned to God from idols to serve the living and true God. -1 Thessalonians 1:9
"How long will you love vain words and seek after lies? But know that the Lord has set apart the godly for Himself. The Lord hears when I call to him." Psalm 4:2-3
Love for God --> "Love must be sincere." -Romans 12:9
Selfless Love --> "Anyone who claims to be in the light but hates his brother is still in the darkness." -1 John 2:9
Hunger for God's word --> "Therefore, rid yoursleves of all malice and all deceit, hypocrocy, envy, and slander of every kind...Know that you have tasted that the Lord is good." -1 Peter 2:1-3
Kindness --> He who withholds kindness from a friend forsakes the fear of the Almighty. -Job 6:14
Anxiety--> Anxiety in a man's heart weighs him down, but a good word makes him glad. -Proverbs 12:25
Patience--> And the Lord's servant must not be quarrelsome, but kind to everyone, able to teach, patiently enduring evil. -Romans 2:24
Contentment --> Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation to be content. -Philippians 4:11
Purity--> For this is the will of God, your sanctification. That you abstain from sexual immorality, that each one of you knows how to control your own body in holiness and honor. -1 Thessalonians 4:3
Justifying evil--> He who justifies the wicked and he who condemns the righteous, are alike in an abomination to the Lord. -Proverbs 17:15
Discipline--> Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but he who hates reproof is stupid. -Proverbs 12:1
Joy--> Be joyful always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Jesus Christ. -1 Thessalonians 5:16
Idols--> ...You turned to God from idols to serve the living and true God. -1 Thessalonians 1:9
"How long will you love vain words and seek after lies? But know that the Lord has set apart the godly for Himself. The Lord hears when I call to him." Psalm 4:2-3
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