He wakens me morning by morning, wakens my ear to listen like one being taught. The Sovereign LORD has opened my ears, and I have not been rebellious; I have not drawn back~Isaiah 50:4-5
Every morning that He allows my eyes to be opened is another opportunity to draw closer to God. It is another opportunity to experience His grace and mercy and share it with others. It is another chance to hear directly from God as I spend time with Him and study His word. It’s another chance to put my hands to plow and work in the kingdom of God. Yet, in order to realize these blessings and not squander the opportunities that He gives me I have to obey. I have to surrender to His will.
Each day is like sitting in a classroom. The teacher provides the instructions needed to apply the learning, but if I am day dreaming or disengaged I miss it. Or if I choose to ignore what they say because I think I know better then I waste time. I have to go back to the beginning and start again.
His will is best. His plans for me are far better. His instruction is sound and is for my good. So I need to quiet myself, remove the distractions, and pay attention. Then I need to follow through. I need to daily practice and apply what He has revealed to me so that I can be blessed and be blessing to others. I can’t turn back. He has brought me too far. I can’t turn back and get stuck in regrets over past mistakes or hurts. I have to look forward so that I walk straight. I have to celebrate the grace I have today. Praise God and keep walking in humble submission to my King.
Father help me to pay attention today. Let me actively seek You and your will. Keep my eyes forward on You and the things of You. Open my ears to hear You and create in me a clean heart so that I can obey You. Keep me humble and hidden behind You. May any work I do only glorify You. Bless my family and the people of this earth. In Jesus name. Amen
Each day is like sitting in a classroom. So incredibly true.
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ReplyDeleteGood words, Jennifer! Thank you for sharing. I want to be God's hands and feet and let others see Jesus in me. God bless you, my sister in Christ❣️🙏🏻🤗
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ReplyDeleteAmen Jennifer! Your message reminds me of Lamentations 3:22-23.....
ReplyDeleteBecause of the Lord ’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.
Lamentations 3:22-23 NIV
Amen Frances
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