Perspective Points Exam

Do we view difficult situations/issues through the lens of God’s Word? If yes, we will not be overwhelmed. (Matthew 11:28-30)

Are we thankful for the trials that humbly force us to our knees….seeking God’s help?   Do not wallow in despair, but turn any grumbling into gratitude/thankfulness.  (1 Peter 4:12-13, James 1:2-5)

Can we find good in the imponderables of this life?  While we usually struggle with this promise, God does work good through the bad.  (Jeremiah 29:11)

Perspective points are defined as a comparative analysis of the difficulties verses the blessings (lessons learned) of life's trials.  These reflections can allow us to find those simplistic, often taken for granted,  blessings from such challenges.  The true test of Christ-like perspective points will provide great value from our difficult experiences.  God can nurture, soothe, comfort, and be our refuge.  The result will be a heart cultivated with thankfulness for a caring and loving Creator.  In Duet. 5:12-15, Moses, as he delivers the Ten Commandments instructed  the Israelites to keep perspective through a day of rest/reflection/remembrance……the Sabbath.  Do we take the time necessary and required to put away the grind of daily life and seek godly perspectives?  If not I challenge you to begin.  While it will not take away the hurt of our trials (nor diminish them), God will give us the strength to endure.  Blessings in your pursuit…….TO

Shadow

Romans 8:6, "The mind set on the flesh is death, but the mind set on the Spirit is life and peace.

One can only see their shadow when turned away from the light. Turning back toward the light, no longer can this shadow be seen-at least by you.  A shadow is created  by blocking the light.....a natural fact.  The same can be said regarding the shadow of doubt. When we focus on ourselves and how inadequate we feel, or what others are thinking about us, we cast a shadow of doubt in our minds and block the light of God's Truth in our hearts. We were created to live in the Light, by focusing on what God thinks about us instead of ourselves/others.  John 8:12- When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life".  Let's encourage one another to always look to the Light-casting aside our shadows of doubt, and be Jesus centered-walking in the light, not obstructing, nor turning our backs from the Light Source--God!   Blessings in your pursuit…….TO