What comes to mind when you hear or read the expression "a real beauty" ? It is an oft-used expression, but so common that we seldom think of what the term actually means. Beauty is defined as: that which is pleasing to the mind, spirit or senses. Most of us think of beauty as usually related only to the senses. That which looks good, feels good, sounds good, tastes or smells good.
Yet GOD greatly values the beautiful mind and the spirit which is beautiful. These are hidden and seen only by GOD. Are the thoughts and functions of my mind and spirit beautiful to GOD? Are the meditations of my heart pleasing (beautiful) to GOD?
"Man looketh on the outward appearance, but GOD looketh on the heart." I Sam.16:7
"Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For ye are like unto whited sepulchres,which indeed appear beautiful outward, but within are full of dead men's bones, and of all uncleanness."Matt.23:27
"and let the meditation of my heart be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD...Ps. 19:14
"My meditation of Him shall be sweet..."Ps. 104:34
"...whatsoever things are lovely, think on these things." Phil.4:8
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Pray about everything. Worry about nothing.
Are you a worrier? It is a very common temptation, isn't it? What is the basis of worry? I think it is mostly related to lack of control. Let's face it. We don't like being out of control. We think if we had control of life's issues, things would always turn out right! But would they? Are you perfectly qualified in all things? Do you have a perfect outcome record of the things you have been given control of...now or in the past?
What would happen if the sun suddenly fell off its axis, or the tides failed to recede? The GOD of the universe is controlling these things. No need to worry...GOD is in control. What is it that you are worrying about?
Remember GOD's remedy: confess your worries to Him and surrender to His control.
"Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto GOD."Phil4:6
PRAY ABOUT EVERYTHING. WORRY ABOUT NOTHING
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