Hello Heartstrings family

When you check a book out from the library many can be renewed. Some only once. When you come across a really good book, don't you want to read it often? I do. Even with that available, I am finding my favorite reading is from the Word of God. This hasn't happened before! Now, I am seeing how to apply the Truth to my everyday journey.

Your story most likely is different than mine. The connection we have is through the Son of God and our faith in Jesus. The very best relationships are founded in Him.

When you think of being renewed, what comes to your mind? For me at the top is to have a renewed way of thinking. Without the false ideals, the inability to determine what is right and true. The only way I know to have a renewed mind is by trusting what God says. What He thinks about me, and learning that the Holy Spirit is the best teacher. 

 Every one of us is hearing what the world thinks is best for us, right? Do you want a renewed outlook? Do you want to exchange your confusion for perfect peace? How about a clear mind and wisdom for every decision you face? Amen?

Romans 12:2 says, "Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God."

This is the how! In those books you read, do you go away with a changed mind for the good? Or, is it just a fantasy and full of fiction...much like a Hollywood set for a movie? I didn't realize how much time I spent in the wrong place. And before I knew it, without knowing how subtle the enemy works, my marriage was becoming feeble. Why? Because I kept comparing it to the story of some pretty fantastic, no problems, free of chaos kind of people. 

The only thing I should compare myself to or that of others is to the Word of God. And, if I fall short like most of the times I do...I can go to the Lord Who knows me and made me and find counsel that I really need. Holy Spirit will teach and advise, comfort and challenge me to draw closer to God. 

Then, as Romans 12:1 says, "I appeal to you therefore, brethren, and beg of you in view of the mercies of God, to make a decisive dedication of your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and well pleasing to God, which is your reasonable service and spiritual worship."

Wow!! When I read this, I want to have my mind and heart renewed often. Not just once a year during the holidays, but daily. In the presence of God Who is Holy. Without fear. 

Each of us need the unmerited favor of God. Grace. Grace to hope. Grace to allow the Lord to turn the page of our story. Grace to walk with Jesus, step by step. Knowing He will never leave us. Do you know Him?

I feel like I am struggling to say what my heart is full of right now, so, I better let the Lord speak to you. I am only trying to express what I am learning today. 

Would you like to be renewed? 2 Corinthians 5:17 says, "Therefore if any person is [ingrafted in Christ (the Messiah) he is anew creation (a new creature altogether); the old [precious moral and spiritual condition] has passed away, Behold, the fresh and new has come!"

This is being uniquely reworked by the power of Christ. Only call on the Lord and find salvation for your soul so you can find renewal everyday to love the Lord God with all your heart, your soul, your mind and your strength. Now, rejoice! Again I say, Rejoice!

Psalm 47:1 says, "O clap your hands, all you peoples! Shout to God with the voice of triumph and songs of joy!" In the matchless name of Jesus Christ, amen.

Abundance is...being renewed day by day