As I learn to move forward learning to move in the strength and guidance of the spirit. I find I have to try and remain in today. After all Christ did say that today had enough trouble without borrowing from tomorrow. Sometimes conviction can be overwhelming when I try and view the changes our lord to make on a forever basis. It's much more manageable if I just let the Lord make the changes for today.
The Lord is still dealing with my finances, I'm learning to deal with cold showers. (thank the good lord for spring) Which now I often struggle watching so many of the folks that are found me "hooking up" for the season. I'm also aware that lust isn't my battle to fight. When I fight it on my own I find myself being self righteous. If I let the Lord fight that battle it becomes another addition to my gratitude list.
5:16 I say then: Walk in the Spirit, and you shall not fulfill the lust of the flesh.
Way to grow, David. I identify with your struggles -- the money thing has been one we are just coming out of. The lust-- well mine is focused on food and that has reared its ugly head lately because of a schedule change and diet change happening simultaneously. I am learning that these are the times I must "be sober, be vigilant" because the devil is running around looking for someone he can devour. I certainly don't want to get tripped up in the addiction again. It is funny that when the big issues come, money, death in the family, etc. I am on my game because I expect the attack. When little things come--schedule changes, busy season, or doctor's diet changes I was not as on my guard because I did not value the effect those "small" changes could have on me. I hope I retain this lesson. It is an important one for me today!!! Thank you!
Thanks Coreena I'm finding that this you are right it's the little things that can build up on you. Robin I'm finding it's hard to turn these battles over to the lord. and I'm also finding it's difficult to leave the credit where it belongs. TGBTG. Thanks Victorious very encouraging thought.
Yes thanks David, we all do have our "lusts" what ever it may be! I know thats when I call Jesus, thats all I have ot do is say his name weather to myself or outloud and the lust is gone. He is more powerful!! Thank God!!!!
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