Our vehicles run hard through the winter time on snow and ice and under dangerously low temperatures. Come spring, we notice the treacherous surroundings lessened the value in our vehicle. It may need the oil changed, the outside painted, new tires, etc. Two options arise; spend the money for upkeep and drive it until it dies OR sell it as is for much cheaper than you hoped.
Do you ever feel like the once desired gift now sitting collecting dust? Do you ever feel of no value due to the circumstances and surroundings you encountered? God created everyone with a purpose. He does not count any as lost and nothing can stop His plan for your life if you follow His commands. Until He comes for you; you are of value here on Earth.
“As for God, his way is perfect:
The LORD’s word is flawless;
he shields all who take refuge in him. (2 Samuel 22:31)
At the beginning of a new year, we evaluate the past and become critical of ourselves. Our focus hones in on the negative and how to make better use of ourselves here on Earth. We look only at our failures and may even berate ourselves because we did not live up to OUR standards. We may feel "beat up" due to all the hardship experienced the past year. We may feel useless, unworthy or weak. We are willing to do whatever it takes to make this year better. This evaluation can be critical to your journey with God. Two options arise; seek the world for approval OR believe in God and follow His way.
Seeking the world leads to destruction. We replace our old version of life with a newer version that fits in with society's view of valuable. Gaining approval at any cost from society leaves you exhausted and unhappy. Some extreme measures include surgery to alter looks, drinking to "fit in" at gatherings, going in debt to remain on the fashion train at that time, leaving a family because times are just too hard, walking away from a career, etc. Still some just give up and do nothing. They remain, feeling useless.
Following God leads to Eternal life in Heaven. Believe His Way is the only option. He created YOU! YOU WERE CREATED WITH A PURPOSE AND PLAN IN MIND. God wants to use you until He comes for you. From the moment of conception, your plan began. The moment Mary knew she would carry Jesus, His plan began. He came with a purpose and so do you. When weakness strikes and Satan tells you worthless lies, seek God. Seek the Truth. Times will be tough, some years not as YOU planned; but, persevere and cling to Him. God works all things out for the good of those who love Him. Repent for any sins and continue on His path. Do not altar what God created to coincide with society. He created you in His image; praise Him for the person He created!
God, thank you for another day. Thank You for creating me to come here and carry out Your plan. Continue to guide my every move and every word. Use me every moment of every day. Send Your Holy Spirit to help me discern between Your Truth and Satan's lies. I love You.
Keep praying harder than the devil can work.
Sheree Craig
The LORD’s word is flawless;
he shields all who take refuge in him. (2 Samuel 22:31)
'But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.'
(2 Corinthians 12:9-10)
"being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." (Philippians 1:6)
At the beginning of a new year, we evaluate the past and become critical of ourselves. Our focus hones in on the negative and how to make better use of ourselves here on Earth. We look only at our failures and may even berate ourselves because we did not live up to OUR standards. We may feel "beat up" due to all the hardship experienced the past year. We may feel useless, unworthy or weak. We are willing to do whatever it takes to make this year better. This evaluation can be critical to your journey with God. Two options arise; seek the world for approval OR believe in God and follow His way.
Seeking the world leads to destruction. We replace our old version of life with a newer version that fits in with society's view of valuable. Gaining approval at any cost from society leaves you exhausted and unhappy. Some extreme measures include surgery to alter looks, drinking to "fit in" at gatherings, going in debt to remain on the fashion train at that time, leaving a family because times are just too hard, walking away from a career, etc. Still some just give up and do nothing. They remain, feeling useless.
Following God leads to Eternal life in Heaven. Believe His Way is the only option. He created YOU! YOU WERE CREATED WITH A PURPOSE AND PLAN IN MIND. God wants to use you until He comes for you. From the moment of conception, your plan began. The moment Mary knew she would carry Jesus, His plan began. He came with a purpose and so do you. When weakness strikes and Satan tells you worthless lies, seek God. Seek the Truth. Times will be tough, some years not as YOU planned; but, persevere and cling to Him. God works all things out for the good of those who love Him. Repent for any sins and continue on His path. Do not altar what God created to coincide with society. He created you in His image; praise Him for the person He created!
God, thank you for another day. Thank You for creating me to come here and carry out Your plan. Continue to guide my every move and every word. Use me every moment of every day. Send Your Holy Spirit to help me discern between Your Truth and Satan's lies. I love You.
Keep praying harder than the devil can work.
Sheree Craig
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