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Nehemiah 13:31...after all the works Nehemiah did for God he says, "O my God, [earnestly] remember me for good and imprint me [on Your heart]!" What will your final words be?
There are many things we are offered in this world to cherish. Haven't you found that to be true? Look around you. What do you see? Simplicity, calm and rest in your home? Or, chaos, calamity, and influences not of God? He doesn't ask us to be perfect. He does ask us to give our all and trust Him with all our heart.
Recently, I have been squeezed by the Word of God. His Spirit has, as I asked Him to, teach me the ways of the Lord. My eyes are being opened to the destructive influences on my book shelves, my attitude in my home, and lack of desire to see people. The enemy has been working overtime by stealing my sleep, my joy and my song. No more!
It doesn't mean that I throw everything out the door. Nothing fits like it used to. I am being changed from the cocoon of self into a free way of liberty. It is like taking a deep breath of fresh air after a hard rain. Isn't it wonderful to fill your lungs with fresh life? This is how the Word of God has been for me.
My days are to continue, as He has planned. What I do with them makes all the difference. What does it hurt to spend more time in the Word than on social media? It does not hurt me. His Word may be sharp and cuts away the sickness of sin but, He will not hurt me. So, it is my choice what I will cherish.
Have you ever read the whole chapter of Psalm 119? It is a long one! I decided to do this today and found that my thinking is clearer and my steps more sure. He has shown me that His precepts, His instructions give me life! Why choose to cherish the things of the world over Him?
Psalm 119:96-97 surprised me a bit as I read through. I had to go back and think about this. "I have seen that everything [human] has its limits and end] no matter how extensive, noble, and excellent]; but Your commandment is exceedingly broad and extends without limits [into eternity]. Oh, how love I Your law! It is my meditation all the day." amen.
We can justify the good but it is God Who is Good. There are times when I do not want to even go outside. Not because of fear but more that I want to not be sidetracked. So, I am learning that with the Holy Spirit I am able to go and do as He orders my steps.
Psalm 119:114 says, "You are my hiding place and my shield; I hope in Your word." There is where we stand. In hope and confidence that He will never leave us or forsake us. That should draw you deeper love with Him.
Never let it be you on that Day, saying "But Lord didn't I do this for you and that in Your name?" To hear Jesus say, "I never knew you." More than all the physical sufferings we go through I believe this is the greatest sorrow and unbearable.
Today, I am praying for you. I know I am not here often but, you are in my thoughts. I know many of you are suffering so much and know the pain of loss. I pray your faith would help you stand and look for the hope in Christ Jesus that is offered to you. Soon, the Lord will bring us into His home. Everything is being prepared. To receive a new body in His glorious appearing! So, think on these things. Obey the Word of God and let Him love you in the shelter of HIs arms. If you sin, call and repent quickly. Then, get up, brush yourself off and return to the narrow path. He is with you and will keep you through it all. Cherish His presence, His Word and be filled with fresh oil from His throne through the power of the Holy Spirit. In the matchless name of Jesus Christ, amen.
Abundance is...keep choosing the Lord