“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another,” Proverbs 27:17 NIV. Human interaction is needed yet is confrontational at its core. At times we are confronted by what we don’t like about someone, and other times we are confronted by what we truly admire about someone, wishing we could be more like them. At some point, every relationship challenges the resident selfishness within each of us, the self-doubts we have, and the weaknesses we each hide within. Confrontation without bitterness is one of life’s finest gifts, providing a powerful, life-giving force of good in us and then, through us to others. Learning to love others through God’s love is transformative for everyone involved. Lord, You are the Potter I am the clay, mold me into the man that pleases you. Thank you for those You use to sharpen and shape me into the man You want me to be.
“This is the day that the LORD has made, I will rejoice and be glad in it!” Psalm 118:24 ESV. The table is set for a brand-new day. Only God knows exactly what is already prepared for my arrival in it. I must now leave behind days gone by and ready myself for new insight, a higher life, and greater things. Am I up for what today will bring? Only the day will tell, but the One who provides it will also carry me through it. One thing is sure; I will walk upon on sacred footprints since the Alpha and Omega has already trod this moment in advance, sprinkling blessings and divine opportunities throughout. I must pay attention so I don’t miss a thing He has placed along the path. Lord God, Lover of My Soul, today is the day You have made; I am so good with that and already rejoicing in what is to unfold. Lift me in Your arms and carry me through with faith, joy, and purpose.
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