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small children have plenty of time on their hands they still must learn to
wait. Nothing seems to put their little souls to the test more than having to
delay something they want now. A long road trip is especially hard for them to
get their mind around and is repeatedly peppered with the question: “Are we
there yet?” Actually, we never quite seem to grow up in this regard; patience
with God’s pace is still an issue for me. I must learn to not bail out before
arrival. Heavenly Father, teach me the difference between “No” and “Not Yet”.
Grant me grace for the journey and help me not miss the lessons in the detours.
A serious pursuit of godliness requires an equally serious renunciation of worldliness. Too often, we measure spirituality with false scales. While being wisely selective with our public vices we are less so with our private attitudes and perspectives. In reality, it is the thoughts and intents of the heart where the greatest battles must be waged; our actions will ultimately align with the condition of our hearts. Lord God, You know me inside out, You are not fooled by human facades. Plow my heart with Your Word and Spirit and leave nothing unturned. Refresh my inward man that I may outwardly glorify You in all places at all times.
Oh so true. I have been working on being patient and God's timing for 68 years so far :)
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