Galatians 5:1 New International Version (NIV)
Freedom in ChristIt is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.
LET ME ASK YOU ~
Do you let your past travel into your now of life?
I have often found myself thinking over the past and wondering what life would be like, had I not done something. Belong long, I find myself sad and disappointed in myself. I have let the words of others haunt me and trouble my mind. When I think of what God says and how his love remains the same for me, I am able to press forward. Thoughts can travel a million miles without leaving a chair. We can consume ourselves with wrong thoughts and it's so important to let the freedom of Jesus travel inside your mind plus heart this day. Actually, let it travel there everyday of life. It's all about the freedom of knowing Jesus died for a reason and gives us another chance to see ourselves the way God does.
LET ME ASK YOU ~
Have you ever gotten upset with someone who calls themselves a Christian?
The answer to that question for me is yes. We must remember that everyone can make a mistake. Some words spoke by leaders can be wrong too. I heard a statement that we should be Jesus with skin on. That simply means to me, to carry his character and remain kind, forgiving and ready to pray. I have said wrong words too and handle somethings wrong. I also carry words from others in my mind-backpack. It feels heavy at times and I have learn to let go over the years. When those words pop back up, I cast them down.
1 Peter 5:7 New International Version (NIV)
Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.
LET ME ASK YOU ~
Do you know you can give your thoughts to God and he will renew your mind?
Romans 12:1-2 New International Version (NIV)
A Living SacrificeTherefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. 2 Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.
There is freedom in a new mindset. Go ahead and trust the Lord with all your heart. There will be times that we don't understand the why of now, but God has a plan. Sometimes we don't want to know that God has a plan in ugly moment of life. Each of your own decisions affects someone else at times. Make sure you make good decisions and live according to the Bible. Each of us can do wrong, but each of us can do good too!
My prayers continue for you, your family and friends. Purpose this a good day and live free knowing JESUS LOVES YOU and there is a greater plan for your life than your mistakes.
~ Sparkie