When we say yes to everything, we can miss out on being able to say yes to the right things, to the appointments God has set for us. If we are constantly distracted we can miss out on being able to counsel a child in need or a friend who just needs us to listen. If we are overwhelmed and stressed out because we have over committed ourselves, we are not bearing the image of Christ. The more we behold Christ and see His holiness, the more our sin should make us mourn and seek restoration with Him.
Godly women not only repent of their outward sin that others may be able to see as well, but also of their inward sin that is rooted deep in our hearts.
To truly repent we must first be honest with ourselves about our sin. We have to acknowledge our need for forgiveness and know that God is ready to freely give it to us. Because we do live in an age of endless distractions and overwhelm, it feels much harder to make real life connections! It may also be a little more comfortable to us now since we have been communicating this way for some time. Face to face connections are becoming less of a priority. Nothing, however, can take the place of real life connections.
Forming real life relationships can be hard work and take commitment. They may also require humility and courage. BUT God did not create us to have relationships online only! He created us for face to face connections and community that spurs us one to good works. Just as they broke bread together in Acts, God wants us to do life together.
He wants us to encourage one another daily to keep Christ at the center of our lives. Since we live in a fallen world, real life relationships can be difficult. We are not to give up on people when things get tough. Without IRL friendships, we shortchange ourselves the opportunity to grow in this way. What do you think?
Is there a discipline you feel is essential to add to this list? Which characteristics of a disciplined person do you feel the need for most in your life?
Day 26 1. The Bread: Read John 2. Perhaps the most notable thing about the virtuous woman is how she wakes up. Too many times we as Women look to improve ourselves from the outside in , when God urges us to Grow and love ourselves from the inside out. Watch Out! Godly Women On The Loose. If you find that some days you can hardly summon the strength to rise out of bed because your past is weighing you down, Watch Out!
Godly Women on the Loose is the book for you. This book is designed for women who desperately want to move on from their. Godly Women Waiting for Godlly Men. For many of us, the word alone evokes dread. It's not that we don't want to be disciplined physically, mentally, and spiritually. The challenge seems too hard, and the motivation more about duty than desire. When it comes to our Christian walk, we don't want to be legalistic and just follow some set of rules.
That's not what it's all about, right? Barbara Hughes answers with this encouraging reality: The true heart of spiritual discipline is a relationship with God. As you grow in that relationship, embracing your heavenly Father and his ways, you discover that discipline is your lifeline to him. It is how he gives meaningful shape to all the days of your life. The "dread" of a disciplined life will be replaced with desire and anticipation as you find that there is no greater purpose than loving Him in every moment, every activity, and every thought.
Using poignant stories and faithful reminders, Barbara opens her own heart to help you find the joy of full surrender. Her honest and encouraging look at the Word of God reveals the keys to living a truly godly life. Disciplines of a Godly Man by R.
Disciplines of a Godly Young Man by R. Kent Hughes,Carey Hughes. Disciplines of a Godly Woman by Barbara Hughes. Kent Hughes,Barbara Hughes. The Measure of a Man by Gene A. The Godly Man by Dwight Knight. Discipling in a Multicultural World by Ajith Fernando. Liberating Ministry from the Success Syndrome by R. Habits of Grace by David Mathis. Disciplines of Grace by R.
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