21 11 / 2011
Be Practical
I love when God reveals new insight to me about me and others. I’ve been studying Psalm and Proverbs together via #ThankfulThirty with Holly Furtick. It’s in a nice little printable chart for my type A personality friends and you can check it off as you read, or highlight it like me. Yes, believe it or not I have some anal retentive ways.
Psalm this morning seemed to resound…”trust me, lean on me, I know life might appear to be handing you difficulties or challenges, but I’m God. There’s nothing I can’t handle. I’m your refuge.” That’s what I received this morning and what a timely word. I’m thankful.
So I have to be practical. I love to dream, but I also love to be real. I asked the Lord, “Great Word straight from heaven today, but what does that look like? What do I need to do?” I know the Lord loves me, and He knows just what I need. He gave me a practical list. It’s an easy list that real people can use. We can probably use it everyday. I like lists…I don’t necessarily have to check them off as done though, I’m not that kind of girl.
Practical List for Everyday Trusting
1. Talk to God
He’s the God of the Universe, Creator; and yet He’s interested in a conversation with you. It not some over spiritualized concept, but a simple conversation. He already knows us, so talk.
2. Read scripture
Make time for the Bible. It’s our instruction manuel for life. Memorize it. Take notes. Hang it up where you can see it.
3. Be thankful
Tell God you are thankful. Make a list. Tell others what you’re thankful for too.
4. Be glad.
If God is for you, who can be against you? Really! Smile and show others you’re glad. Stop being a sour puss, be full of joy and laugh a lot everyday.
I tried to keep it simple. I know there are deep spiritual principles behind the 4 points, but being practical about trusting God is an everyday endeavor.
