I have to say I much prefer the mountain top to this time of sifting through the harsh realities of life (smile)... doing my best to keep my eyes on the Lord so He can keep me in His perfect peace that passes all understanding... A lot of us have been struggling through some stuff lately... I do believe we are like butterflies struggling to break free from the cocoon so we can fly... pressing through the obstacles, I find myself determined to dwell on those things that are lovely and perfect -- Phil 4:8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable--if anything is excellent or praiseworthy--think about such things. Philippians 4 New International Version (NIV) Therefore, my brothers and sisters, you whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, stand firm in the Lord in this way, dear friends! ......... 4 Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5 Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. 8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. 9 Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you. 10 I rejoiced greatly in the Lord that at last you renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you were concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. 11 I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. ....... 19 And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus. 23 The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit. Amen.
Posted on: Tue, 13 Aug 2013 05:21:50 +0000