6 For whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth, and scourgeth every son whom he receiveth.
7 If ye endure chastening, God dealeth with you as with sons; for what son is he whom the father chasteneth not?
Hebrews 12:6-7
2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.
Romans 12:2
15 And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful.
16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.
17 And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.
Colossians 3:15-17
10 Be still, and know that I am God:
Psalm 46:10a
It took me a while. Guess I’m a slow learner when it comes to learning the value of, and adopting, God’s ways. I was kind of a strong-willed person and could be a clever manipulator. It certainly never brought me true peace and rest, and I definitely wasn’t “still” in my emotions, mind and spirit. God had to bring some real pressure on me to help me see that doing things His way is best so I could have His peace and enter His rest. His ways give me His joy.
I came across a really great quote yesterday. It reminds me of how important it is to renew our minds to the Word of God, to His ways. He loves us so much and wants to bless us which is the result of living this life according to the teachings in the Bible.
That’s why I choose Jesus every day. His peace, rest and joy is what I need every day.
God bless,
Mark