For awhile I’ve been asking God for a new perspective on some old ideas. Today I was blessed with this find. So many times we want “more”. We don’t realized that we are like a glass. When we’re full, we’re full and the only way to put more in is to first empty some out. I always welcome more of God and His ways into my life, but sometimes I feel flatlined, plateaued in my faith. Then I get to thinking How can I jump-start things again? This “find” – by way of a Facebook friend – suggested a brand new way to put the God-sparkle back in my days. Instead of dwelling on what is lost or gone or hurting, realize it’s gone for a reason. Whether it be a person or just a beautiful time in our life, it had to go. It was taking up space God wants to fill with more of Himself.
This morning I sat in my meditation and just let go of everything until only God was in front of me. It wasn’t so hard to realize I didn’t need anything else – He is the starting point for everything else that fills my days. Instead of stepping out the door lamenting over what was, this little find changed my perspective into being excited by what could be today if I just leave the space open to be filled.
I bet you want to know what happened to 1 & 2. So did I when I read it. Then in the comments below the post I found out it was Matthew 5:3-12. I didn’t know it was a Bible verse. How funny – a few weeks ago I asked God for some more insight into understanding His word. My job prevents me from attending my Bible study, so I had to trust God for new ways to learn. When it comes to the Bible, I’m not an easy study. The person went on to explain that she got this from a new Bible her husband bought her for Christmas – one where the message is laid out beside the verses. Hmmmm….is that a message for me? Maybe get one of those?
And so, as another day goes by, God never ignores us when we ask Him for more of Himself, and…I have written.
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