...Isnt this just a small thing?...Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Colossians 3:15...Sometimes we Christians think our issue is a small thing. Our issue is not as big a deal to God as attitudes of selfishness, worldliness, or pride - is it? We say, I consider my issue a small thing in light of the bigger challenges of life. However, small things can easily become big things. Lets begin to acknowledge the big emotions that often accompany our little struggle. I realize that I constantly bounced between feeling deprived and guilty; deprived, then guilty. My disgust and frustration with myself stripped me of the peace and joy that I wanted to be the hallmark of my life. Having peace is a big deal. Isnt peace what we want in every area of our life - even with our issue? Is our heart dominated by feelings of inadequacy, self-loathing, or defeat about our struggle? Those are big emotions. Whenever we feel defeated by our issue, it can prevent us from following God completely. Our real goal should always be peace. The Apostle Paul put it this way: Let us therefore make every effort to do what leads to peace and to mutual edification. Do not destroy the work of God for the sake of food (Romans 14:19-20a). What feeds you? In other words, dont let a small thing become a big thing. We must ask ourselves this pivotal question before making choices: Will this choice add to my peace or steal from it? Remember, nothing tastes as good as peace feels! Plead for His peace today in the choices we make. Let all our focus be on Him, that is where we will find true peace. (Made to Crave)...Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God. Matthew 5:9...
Posted on: Wed, 22 Oct 2014 09:32:02 +0000
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