August 14, 2006 A relaxed attitude lengthens life; jealousy rots it away. Proverbs 14:30 I have GOT to let go of this junk with ____________. Again. WHY is this so hard for me? Lord, help me! It’s the mind-speak that makes it so bad … that constant internal chatter that focuses on her and being in an ongoing competition with her. God, FORGIVE ME! And please, Lord, help me take these thoughts captive, submitting it all to You. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Jealousy … competition ... “Why her?” … ... [Read More]
Construction Zone: Failure
September 13, 2006 Well, it's 3:33 pm .... I feel like my day has not been under control. Lord, I am sorry for not getting up early this morning ... for being lazy. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Today, I want to encourage you by saying, "Don't give up!" Some days are simply out of control ... some days we don't get up early .... some days we are lazy ... and some days it is way past 3:33 pm when we finally make a moment for a short prayer that simply says, "Lord, I'm sorry." But this I have learned, ... [Read More]
Construction Zone: Godly Counsel
December 12, 2005 The godly give good advice to their friends; the wicked lead them astray. Proverbs 12:26 Father, let me give good counsel. I want to point others toward You – to give them wise leadership and advice. Help to grow in this area – continue to work in me. Teach me how to train C about true friendship. And help me be a godly friend – let her see my example and let it point to You. ~ Amen. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Still one of my most fervent prayers … that as I have opportunity to ... [Read More]
Construction Zone: More Heart Work
September 11, 2005 The Lord hates people with twisted hearts, but He delights in those who have integrity. Proverbs 11:20 “God is not interested in anything else as much as He is interested in our hearts.” (from my devotion book) God, help me remember that!! Keep me focused on the truth that it is my heart about which you are concerned. ~ Amen. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Obedience is better than sacrifice … that’s the message the Lord keeps teaching me over and over. It’s not what I do … it’s ... [Read More]
Construction Zone: The Mouth
September 10, 2008 Don’t talk too much, for it fosters sin. Be sensible and turn off the flow. The words of the godly are like sterling silver; the heart of the fool is worthless. Proverbs 10:19-20 NLT Ouch! This one still gets me every month. Reminds me of James 1:19 – quick to listen, SLOW to speak. God, this one is hard … so hard. My filter stinks! Please help me learn to be cautious to guard my speech. I want to be sensible. I just need to learn to be quiet … just because I ... [Read More]
Construction Zone: Wisdom
October 9, 2005 If you become wise, you will be the one to benefit. If you scorn wisdom, you will be the one to suffer. Proverbs 9:12 This verse reminds me there are consequences for the choices we make. All of Proverbs is a choice – to pursue wisdom or not. Lord, thank You for giving me a desire to pursue wisdom. Teach me what it is to be wise in Your eyes. And help me learn to apply the knowledge I gain and use it with my experiences wisely. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Still my earnest prayer … ... [Read More]
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