I was reading today in Galatians...
"5:19- The acts of the sinful nature are obvious; sexual immorality, impurity and debauchery; idolatry and witchcraft; hatred, discord, jealousy, fits of rage, selfish ambition, dissensions, factions, and envy; drunkenness, orgies and the like. I warn you as I did before that those of you who live like this will not inherit the kingdom of God"
"22: But the fruit of the spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self control."
I looked upon both of these "lists" and picked out from each what I felt that I had and what I felt that I needed and needed to get rid of.
It was a good time of reflection. And I think I will read these verses everyday until it is burned in my mind. I want my heart to be pure. I often wonder, how can I change this dirty heart of mine.. with so many bruises and scars, its all I have ever known. Change is a good word for me, but sometimes it can seem impossible. Its not though. It just takes discipline... like reading these verses everyday... Pinpointing the exact things that I need to work on. Spending some serious time in prayer... maybe writing it on my hand so I can go through the day thinking about it.
I dont want to me just a mediocre Christian. I want to do something for the gospel where people think Im weird or think Im crazy. I want to be used. But first I have to get this heart of mine pure and I dont want to wait any longer. Ive been stagnant and I keep saying 'tomorrow'. But im not even promised that.
I dont want my sinful nature to hold me in what God has called me out of
Blessed are the PURE IN HEART. For they will see God.
Saturday, January 2, 2010
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