"He that hath no rule over his own spirit is like a city that is broken down, and without walls."
Proverbs 25:28
This is interesting, talking about how when we can't control ourselves we are vulnerable to destruction. Anyone can push our buttons. Anyone can control us, if we can't control ourselves. ... And, you know, I think we wander around in that state a lot more than we should in life. We react to everything... instead of standing up to the constant barrage around us and acting to make it better, we allow ourselves to be acted upon.
And yeah, sometimes it is easier to just take life as it comes and react to it, but God gave us free agency for a reason. We need to learn this stuff. :) And we need to remember that God gives us the power to make a difference.
Today, let's work on learning to control ourselves, and as we do, let's reach out to affect our environment as well. Let's work to make the world a better place, to do good and to love and serve others and set a good example for our fellow beings. :) As we do, our spiritual walls and foundations will grow strong, and we'll be able to weather the storms of life rather than getting caught up in every symbolic tsunami we happen across. As we establish that anchor in the storm, we'll also be able to share some stability with others, grounded in the Gospel, anchored in Christ.
Proverbs 25:28
This is interesting, talking about how when we can't control ourselves we are vulnerable to destruction. Anyone can push our buttons. Anyone can control us, if we can't control ourselves. ... And, you know, I think we wander around in that state a lot more than we should in life. We react to everything... instead of standing up to the constant barrage around us and acting to make it better, we allow ourselves to be acted upon.
And yeah, sometimes it is easier to just take life as it comes and react to it, but God gave us free agency for a reason. We need to learn this stuff. :) And we need to remember that God gives us the power to make a difference.
Today, let's work on learning to control ourselves, and as we do, let's reach out to affect our environment as well. Let's work to make the world a better place, to do good and to love and serve others and set a good example for our fellow beings. :) As we do, our spiritual walls and foundations will grow strong, and we'll be able to weather the storms of life rather than getting caught up in every symbolic tsunami we happen across. As we establish that anchor in the storm, we'll also be able to share some stability with others, grounded in the Gospel, anchored in Christ.
This is perfect for me today. Thanks!
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