think on these things

Lately God has been really tapping me on the shoulder; asking me to go deeper and to find more meaning in my Christian life. One of the biggest things I struggle with is Phillipians 4:8 where it says:

Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy—meditate on these things. (NKJV)

It sounds simple, and yet there are so many things vying for my attention each day. And there may be nothing wrong with them in and of themselves, but when they are taking up 95% of my time and God only gets the other 5%, something’s got to go. There is a place for laughing, playing, enjoying life and having a good time. I think it’s healthy and important that we take the time to do that. But I think we need to “budget” our time with a priority “God” slot where we focus on our spiritual well-being. Our husband need that, our kids need that, and our neighbors do as well.

For myself, I think getting up a little earlier and using those early quiet hours, before the kids are up, to honor and and talk to God. It’s a bit of a sacrifice on my part since I’m a night owl and NOT a morning person, but it’s so worth it and the day goes much more smoothly.

Another point that can be taken from this verse is to stay away from negativity. I tend to be a dramatic, negative person. It is not pleasant to be around someone like that and every time I catch myself, I’m so disgusted that I’m turning into ‘that’ person. I think we all know who I mean! Keep your thoughts positive & upbeat and ask God to help you; He’s more than ready!