Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. ~Philippians 4:5
Today is one of those days. My world is a little off kilter. My routine has been altered and I feel rushed and panicky, but God. I hear God telling me that He is near. I see that He is near as He is moving pieces into place.
I also hear God telling me to not let the disruptions and distractions to the flow of my day, disrupt who I am in Christ. To not let it disrupt my character. I am not to be narly and irritated , but gentle and this gentleness should be evident to all. Gentleness is described by the dictionary as having or showing a mild, kind, or tender temperament or character.
Its not lashing out because you are frustrated or stressed. Its remembering just how blessed you are. How loved you are by Jesus.
I have to breath God in and trust in His process. These sandpaper moments are building my character. They are opportunities for me to be a witness for God. They are strengthening my faith as I lean on Him who is always near. He won't let me down or leave me alone.
Father, I trust You and I love You. Let the fruit of peace, joy, and gentleness rise up in me especially today. May I find rest in You. In Jesus Name I pray. Amen.
Thank you for this reminder. I had to apologize to my friend yesterday for lashing out and shutting down. I have to remember that the Holy spiritual dwells in me and my response should be filled with gentleness and kindness. I was off kilter as well.
ReplyDeleteBless you for sharing this message. May we humbly apply this thoughout our daily dilemmas, especially during times like these, when it's so easy to become rattled.
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