Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.~ Proverbs 16:3
This verse above is my seed for this school-year and life in general. Instead of fretting and worrying about things that are outside of my control, I am giving it all to the Lord. I am making a vow to do what I do for Him and unto Him. Knowing that when I do this the rest will follow. He will make my path straight and sure.
So when I am teaching students or collaborating with colleagues I am do it for His glory. When I am grocery shopping or doing laundry I am doing it for His glory. When I am listening to a friend or welcoming a stranger I am doing it for His glory.
I am taking each day that He gifts me and dedicating it back to Him. This focus keeps me focused on the main thing, walking humbly with Jesus. I will not let the enemy steal my peace or joy. I will be resolute and I will call upon the name of the Lord when I am weak. I will praise Him and have the mindset that honors Him.
This determination to commit whatever I do unto the Lord has allowed me to stay stable and self-correct when sandpaper circumstances arise. Sandpaper smooths the rough edges and allows the shine to come through. It allows the light of Jesus to shine though and I want to be a beacon for the Lord.
Lord, I am yours and I want to do what honors You and brings You glory. Help me to commit whatever I do to You trusting that You will have it flourish into what You have designed for my life. I commit this school -year to You. Bless the children that walk through my door and school. Bless my family and bless my fellow servants. In Jesus name. Amen
Thank you for the encouraging message for the school year and for life. Proverbs 16:3 reminds me of Proverbs 3:5-6 (NLT) Trust in the LORD with all your heart. Do not depend on your own understanding. Seek His will in all you do, and He will show you which paths to take.
ReplyDeleteProverbs 3:5-6 is my GPS to committing myself and what I do unto Him. Thank you for the words of encouragement.
DeleteWhat a wonderful way to begin a new school year as a teacher. I pray your year will be the best one yet. 🥰
ReplyDeleteThank you. Pray for our students.
DeleteAmen 🙏 Bless you for sharing this message from the Lord. This is a great and humble reminder of how we must begin every endeavor. I was fretting over some things and needed this reminder.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful writing. Thank you for sharing your heart over the coming school year for our precious children.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing this! I gotta figure out how I can print this off to save! Good stuff!!! And AMEN!!
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