Living Worry Free

"Do not fret - it only causes harm."  Psalm 37:8

When there is so much negativity all around us and life takes an unexpected turn, our first reaction is to worry and fret about the situation.  Uncertainty will come our way.  It's just part of life.  It's how we handle it that defines us.  We need to remember to look towards God for guidance.  We cannot let negative forces cause us to live in worry or anger.  We need to let go and let God (handle the situation).

"Trust in the Lord, and do good; dwell in the land, and feed on His faithfulness.  Delight yourself also in the Lord, and He shall give you the desires of your heart."  Psalm 37:3-4

Lord, we know we will always have worries in our lives.  We ask that you surface the worries so that we can share them with you and turn them over to you.

 

Bridle Your Tongue - Anger

If anyone among you thinks he is religious and does not bridle his tongue but deceives his own heart, this one’s religion is useless.

James 1:26

Sometimes I catch myself regretting my words.  Especially when I say things in anger.  I think we need to heed the warnings of an unbridled tongue.  It can lead to harsh words, explosive tempers and unkind actions. 

It’s okay to be angry, but we are to be “slow to wrath.”  Let’s not allow our answer to grow, turn into hate or hold grudges.

So then, my beloved brethren, let every man swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath; for the wrath; for the wrath of man does not produce the righteousness of God.  James 1:19-20

A Broken Spirit

When my spirit was overwhelmed within me, then You know my path.

Psalm 142:3

Disappointment is an unexpected detour in life.  It can leave you with no strength and no will for the journey.  Maybe you're overwhelmed with sadness today.  Maybe you are suffering from a lost love.  Whatever you are going through today, remember that God knows the path you are taking long before you were called to experience it.  You might wonder why God would have us walk through such troubles.  Why does he not allow us to walk the easier path? 

God knows the best path to bring us to completion.  It is during these difficult times when we learn from the experience and grow.  His ways are higher than our ways.  We can humbly take the path God has marked for us and do it in absolute trust in His wisdom and love.  It's comforting to know that during these times, God is with us.  He will not lead us astray.

Cry of Help

I rise before the dawning of the morning, and cry for help; I hope in Your Word.

Psalm 119:147

It's difficult to watch someone that you love who is hurting and in pain.  Life has been unexpected drama in our home. Sadly, I've been overwhelmed and worried.  I've spent sleepless nights staring at the ceiling instead of sleeping.  It is during these difficult times that I sometimes take the focus off God and focus on our problems. 

Tonight I'm meditating on Psalm 119:147 and desparately searching for other comforting scripture. Tonight is a night to review God's Word over and over in my mind.  I'll concentrate on Scripture rather than focusing my concern on the problem that I have no control over. 

When worry wakes you up, remember my friends, "The Word of God is living and powerful" Hebrews 4:12. Select a passage and mediate on it.  Our cares cannot compete with God's Word.  God is the only one who can still our hearts and quiet our minds. 

Dear Friends, if you would like to share some encouraging scripture, feel free to share them on this site. 

Blessings!

Pray without Ceasing

Pray without ceasing.  

1 Thessalonians 5:17

Lord knows I need to pray without ceasing.  So much drama has been boiling up in our family lately.  I guess it's no surprise when you have a teenager in the house.   To "pray without ceasing" does not mean praying without stopping or praying all day long.  I believe it means to adopt an attitude of uninterrupted personal relationship with God.  To have an awareness of His presence throughout the day.  We must be ready to apply God to all aspects of our lives.  Wherever we are and whatever we're are doing, God wants to be part of our every day lives.  Let's remember to take God with us the moment we wake each morning.  Always keep the prayer lines open!  Be blessed today!

Prayer and The Holy Spirit

Likewise the Spirit also helps in our weaknesses.  For we do not know what we should pray for as we ought, but the Spirit Himself makes intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered.  Romans 8:26

Not only can we confide and pray to our Heavenly Father, but we have been given a helper, a counselor, a guide called the Holy Spirit.  The Spirit also informs and strengthens our prayers even when we don't know how to pray.  Lord, thank you for the privilege of going to You and having a helper who can guide us in the way we should go.

Sadness on my First Post

Wish I could say that I started off this blog on an uplifting and positive note - but I can't.  After all, my goal for my website and blogging is all about helping women, right?   My passion is to encourage and motivate women to be the kind of woman God has intended them to be.  Unfortunately, trials in life takes it toll and my emotions are fried!  Fear has come in and taken over.  I hate that!

But have I been faithful in reading my bible daily?  No.   I have been taking the extra time to be in prayer and asking God for guidance throughout my day?  No.  I have allowed life and all it's busyness and all it's demands to take control.  Big mistake on my part!

So, of this moment, I'm reclaiming all that is mine from the enemy.  I dropping all the other demands and chores that life screams at me and sitting down in my quiet, tranquil living room and reading my bible, looking up encouraging scripture and keeping God close to me throughout the day.

Here are some uplifting scripture and quote to share with my friends.  I hope it will bless you today!

“Have I not commanded you? 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

Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”  John 14:25