Scripture of the Day: Galatians 5:22-23
22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,23 gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.
Well my friends, it has been a failure kind of day! Not only did I not have a new post this morning, it has been a day where children didn't nap and I've had about five minutes to myself. No time to write, and also no time to read to hear what God had to say! It's a day where I haven't had time to fill my cup and man, can I feel it! I'm going to do a little exercise and to fill my cup a different way, I'm going to focus on each gift and see where it found itself in my life today. Let's see how this goes!
When did I feel love? This morning when my awesome hubby was helpful with some monthly billings. My love language is acts of service :). When did I have a moment of joy? The first thing that comes to mind is when my son came into the kitchen with a box on his head and told me he could answer any question I had. I asked him a question, he answered, then told me to say, "I like your hat!" That way his response could be, "That was not a question!"
How about peace? Looking down our street and seeing God's hand in the breathtaking snow we got today. It was freezing rain first so the snow was brilliantly stuck to the trees. I don't usually include pictures...but this one I took tonight and needed to share!
Patience is always my kicker...today was full of lots of LACK of, but I was graced with patience in helping my little man put his snow gear on, not once, but THREE times. And I wouldn't trade a second of it.
Kindness. Another area I felt lacking in today...but several times I was able to force a smile at a one year old when I wanted to do anything but. If her arms were aimed at me because she needed a hug...a hut was given. I'm going to count that as my "goodness" as well. Although my son would probably tell you my goodness to him was in the form of me not forcing him to take a nap!
Faithfulness in that God blessed us with this winter wonderland and that I spent my five minutes of free time attempting to submerse myself in His word.
Was there gentleness in my day? Not as much as usual, but the look in a child's eyes always makes me get down on my knees to try and bring comfort to the best of my ability.
And the biggie. Self control. Today that came in not saying words that came to mind and in doing things I didn't want to do. Even though it was not the best day, self-control was exhibited.
Friends...I feel better. In focusing like this, I want to say "thank you God, for today." It hasn't been that bad and in fact, some moments will be memories I remember forever.
This has been a fun exercise - I encourage you to try it some time when your day is one you would like to erase or not remember. Thank you for going through my day with me!
22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,23 gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.
Well my friends, it has been a failure kind of day! Not only did I not have a new post this morning, it has been a day where children didn't nap and I've had about five minutes to myself. No time to write, and also no time to read to hear what God had to say! It's a day where I haven't had time to fill my cup and man, can I feel it! I'm going to do a little exercise and to fill my cup a different way, I'm going to focus on each gift and see where it found itself in my life today. Let's see how this goes!
When did I feel love? This morning when my awesome hubby was helpful with some monthly billings. My love language is acts of service :). When did I have a moment of joy? The first thing that comes to mind is when my son came into the kitchen with a box on his head and told me he could answer any question I had. I asked him a question, he answered, then told me to say, "I like your hat!" That way his response could be, "That was not a question!"
How about peace? Looking down our street and seeing God's hand in the breathtaking snow we got today. It was freezing rain first so the snow was brilliantly stuck to the trees. I don't usually include pictures...but this one I took tonight and needed to share!
Patience is always my kicker...today was full of lots of LACK of, but I was graced with patience in helping my little man put his snow gear on, not once, but THREE times. And I wouldn't trade a second of it.
Kindness. Another area I felt lacking in today...but several times I was able to force a smile at a one year old when I wanted to do anything but. If her arms were aimed at me because she needed a hug...a hut was given. I'm going to count that as my "goodness" as well. Although my son would probably tell you my goodness to him was in the form of me not forcing him to take a nap!
Faithfulness in that God blessed us with this winter wonderland and that I spent my five minutes of free time attempting to submerse myself in His word.
Was there gentleness in my day? Not as much as usual, but the look in a child's eyes always makes me get down on my knees to try and bring comfort to the best of my ability.
And the biggie. Self control. Today that came in not saying words that came to mind and in doing things I didn't want to do. Even though it was not the best day, self-control was exhibited.
Friends...I feel better. In focusing like this, I want to say "thank you God, for today." It hasn't been that bad and in fact, some moments will be memories I remember forever.
This has been a fun exercise - I encourage you to try it some time when your day is one you would like to erase or not remember. Thank you for going through my day with me!
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