After quitting my job a few weeks ago to pursue my dream of being an author, I finally realized that my step of faith was a big step towards changing my view of fate. When I graduated from college, I envisioned my future in my career job after college being exactly what I bargained for... making a whole lot of money! I mean...isn't this a business major's main reason for getting good grades, professional networking and admiration? This however brought about people I didn't always want to work with, work for a company's mission I didn't feel that I was created for and hours which I didn't really want to work. The better lifestyle than college was a great new asset to life.
God however was not unclear in providing for my wants in my request. Today however (The full life of Christ view) is just beginning...peace, happiness and a sense of purpose. Freedom in Christ Jesus who daily seek to save us from our old ways...a freedom that no company's mission statement can provide. Our mental stability (peace of mind) is all we really need to survive this life...and everything we pursue in purpose and good intentions will come in our journey toward Life. It comes with a freedom that I personally never had before. Freedom to accomplish whatever comes by creative desire? I kid myself..the kid in myself can't believe the possibilities of a full life through Jesus Christ!
As always I (in my uncertainty) sit and wait for a word from the Holy Spirit today. I quiet my thoughts and think positively (constructively). Exactly what I need to get me through the now. God...what do you want me to do? In silence I sense..."Anything you want to do. Just be careful not to do it without me."
I really don't believe this feeling of freedom...what about it can bring??
I think: Make a task list. Task lists are easy! I've done that before. Write down everything that you consider to be a priority and make it in a list of what is important over what isn't. In my selfishness I think of what I can manage easily over what God would consider important for me to focus on. After all...no job and the freedom to do what comes to mind is so tempting to waste away! I can really blow this new found labor aspect of freedom if I'm not careful. I ponder my finances, Ie: transferring my 401K account to my personal savings account. God speaks I listen: "Find enjoyment in the provision for today concept. You don't need to make that decision just yet." Sometimes we have to ask ourselves...is this urgent? Do we really have to choose right at this moment? I keep it on the list but remove the worry aspect of it.
I keep thinking...what else is important? Well my recent family discussions have raised an area of concern under my radar...my family have needs and them keep calling but me not whole heartedly being available doesn't help. I quietly ask God how can I be of use in this circumstance, in this area of my life today? I recall Joel Osteen's recent message regarding not talking about family behind their back and speaking positively to support each other through their trials. This makes sense! Family support...something that didn't always seem to be the most important in the midst of striving for success. Okay, yes issues over the years got attention..but they didn't get the right, productive, AND healthy attention. I think I'm gonna run with this for today...
Thanksgiving is coming up and my family getting together is an added blessing that I always enjoyed. After all, coming from a family of 11 (6 girls and 5 boys) while being the youngest does raise questions on family division. I don't know all the history of my family but I do know that HIStory has a purpose...along with potential for greatness in my families life. I ponder my priority list for a second and think...the finances can wait, my family time IS important after 5 years of working remotely from them.
Does your family time sometime get the back seat? Do you ever wonder how can your relationship with them can be improved in the midst of holiday gathering? Remember God sees your heart. Your trying to be at peace during the holidays are simple...know that god is with you and his patience will sustain you.
Colossians 3:13
Make allowance for each others faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others.
God however was not unclear in providing for my wants in my request. Today however (The full life of Christ view) is just beginning...peace, happiness and a sense of purpose. Freedom in Christ Jesus who daily seek to save us from our old ways...a freedom that no company's mission statement can provide. Our mental stability (peace of mind) is all we really need to survive this life...and everything we pursue in purpose and good intentions will come in our journey toward Life. It comes with a freedom that I personally never had before. Freedom to accomplish whatever comes by creative desire? I kid myself..the kid in myself can't believe the possibilities of a full life through Jesus Christ!
As always I (in my uncertainty) sit and wait for a word from the Holy Spirit today. I quiet my thoughts and think positively (constructively). Exactly what I need to get me through the now. God...what do you want me to do? In silence I sense..."Anything you want to do. Just be careful not to do it without me."
I really don't believe this feeling of freedom...what about it can bring??
I think: Make a task list. Task lists are easy! I've done that before. Write down everything that you consider to be a priority and make it in a list of what is important over what isn't. In my selfishness I think of what I can manage easily over what God would consider important for me to focus on. After all...no job and the freedom to do what comes to mind is so tempting to waste away! I can really blow this new found labor aspect of freedom if I'm not careful. I ponder my finances, Ie: transferring my 401K account to my personal savings account. God speaks I listen: "Find enjoyment in the provision for today concept. You don't need to make that decision just yet." Sometimes we have to ask ourselves...is this urgent? Do we really have to choose right at this moment? I keep it on the list but remove the worry aspect of it.
I keep thinking...what else is important? Well my recent family discussions have raised an area of concern under my radar...my family have needs and them keep calling but me not whole heartedly being available doesn't help. I quietly ask God how can I be of use in this circumstance, in this area of my life today? I recall Joel Osteen's recent message regarding not talking about family behind their back and speaking positively to support each other through their trials. This makes sense! Family support...something that didn't always seem to be the most important in the midst of striving for success. Okay, yes issues over the years got attention..but they didn't get the right, productive, AND healthy attention. I think I'm gonna run with this for today...
Thanksgiving is coming up and my family getting together is an added blessing that I always enjoyed. After all, coming from a family of 11 (6 girls and 5 boys) while being the youngest does raise questions on family division. I don't know all the history of my family but I do know that HIStory has a purpose...along with potential for greatness in my families life. I ponder my priority list for a second and think...the finances can wait, my family time IS important after 5 years of working remotely from them.
Does your family time sometime get the back seat? Do you ever wonder how can your relationship with them can be improved in the midst of holiday gathering? Remember God sees your heart. Your trying to be at peace during the holidays are simple...know that god is with you and his patience will sustain you.
Colossians 3:13
Make allowance for each others faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others.
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