Showing posts with label Philippians. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Philippians. Show all posts

Philippians 4:8

Finally brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable--if there is any moral excellence and if there is any praise--dwell on these things. (Holman Christian Standard Bible)

What a different world this would be if we were to live by these words! Physiology and psychology agree, telling us that our thoughts affect us physically and emotionally. We can tear down or we can build up. We can see the glass half empty or half full. We can and are to choose what will occupy our minds. Our choice can make a tremendous difference for us and for those around us.

Colossians 4:17, Philippians 4:13, Philippians 1:6

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This inspirational quote made me think of several scriptures, but three in particular. I like the way the Living Bible puts Colossians 4:17: Be sure to do all that the Lord has told you to. I know I will be able to accomplish all He has given me because of Philippians 4:13 and Philippians 1:6. The odds don't really matter when I know what God has for me to do. He will give me the strength and power, and He will be faithful to complete the work He has begun in me. All that is needed is for me to trust Him and to do; He will take care of the rest.

2 Timothy 1:7

For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline (NLT)

Self-discipline. This is something I think I lack. But Paul says I do not. God has given it to me. Along with all the other gifts God has given, I have to claim this one, to accept it. I must act as though I have it...because despite what I think, I do have it. Perhaps I am just lazy, then, merely acting as if I don't have it. This is getting confusing! Back to the point. Today I claim the spirit of power, love, and self-discipline that God has given me. I choose to be the creation He made me to be. Can I actually do this? Of course. Philippians 4:13 says I can!

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