Make The Days Count

Here is a big question for you: Are you willing to change your way of life, and grow in every aspect you need to grow to make "This Journey" Happy? 

Do You Have a critical spirit?

Days, Weeks and Years, The band plays on;

And yet within, I know a Righteous Standard, and thus eternal end can be seen for Fear is my trust; within my journey, as I follow Jesus on his mission.

He knows the plan; each step is His; with the help of the Holy Spirit that keeps me every day.

Distrust, Strife, Conflict each holds a corner of the world which is based on, “All about me”. but what about Love!

My heart is full of Song for the Christ-within, the word speaks the absolute Truth. 

For His Blood with Him forever lives!

So, Lord, again I Praise Thy Name, and ask with all my heart,

Help me through every day, week and year;

To walk, Lord, where Thou Art.

“they are conceited and understand nothing. They have an unhealthy interest in controversies and quarrels about words that result in envy, strife, malicious talk, evil suspicions”. 1 Timothy 6:4

This text completes Paul’s highly practical instructions to his friend and student, Timothy. The major focus of this passage is proper Christian conduct, and the avoidance of evil. Paul gives several character flaws common in those who teach false doctrine. He also provides a stark warning about the dangers of greed and materialism. He also provides a stark warning about the dangers of greed and materialism. Those who become obsessed with wealth open themselves to virtually any other sin one can imagine. Timothy is given a clear mandate to uphold his faith and testimony, along with Paul’s blessings and encouragement. What say You?

Every Epoch I “am” Hustling?

Distrust, Strife, Trial and Conflictdistracts us from our ultimate purpose of making disciples. Jesus left us with one clear purpose—make disciples of every nation (Matthew 28:19). Fulfillment of that command is Satan’s biggest fear, so he keeps us tangled in our own petty disagreements, disappointments, and disputes so that we limit our impact on the lost world. When we allow these negative words, distrust, strife and conflict to dictate our choices, we fall short of the mandate Jesus gave us.

You see those negative things area strong and ongoing conflict over a fundamental issue. They are deeper than argument, broader than disagreement. Usually involves bitterness andsometimes violence.By the time you have grown into adulthood, you will have experienced someone trying to make themselves look better by putting down someone else. Maybe you even tried it yourself. Humm. 

So, you attempted to elevate yourself by diminishing their accomplishment. We see strife today often in the political realm, as candidates for office launch vitriolic attacks against their political foes.  You might have even heard a business competitor trash-talk or warn you about that business. Well this ploy for me is ineffective it only shows their insecurity or even jealousy and trust become an issue. But there are some people who have yet to learn this lesson. It is best to resist the temptation to bash, instead, simply listen and respond by listing your companies’ accomplishments, emphasizing how this sustained performance will benefit them. Bingo, “you have my business”. Distrust, Strife and Conflictwithin families can result in lifelong emotional scars. Those things between nations can lead to war. When strife etc.… occurs among believers, the church’s testimony is tarnished and Christ is dishonored.

Our culture has become saturated with celebrities and simple folks attacking each other on social media. Irreverent comments, identity politics and manufactured rivalries are the staples of reality television, and just about everywhere we look there are people trying to make themselves look better at the expense of others.

The Bible warns against discord and reproves those who cause it: “It is to one’s honor to avoid strife, but every fool is quick to quarrel” (Proverbs 20:3; Proverbs 18:6 and 22:10). But avoiding friction is difficult; even in New Testament times, conflict cropped up in the early church 1 Corinthians 3:3;1 Timothy, 1 Corinthians 3:3; 2 Corinthians 12:20The cause of strife is underlying sin: “What is causing the quarrels and fights among you? Don’t they come from the evil desires at war within you?” (James 4:1). 

Disharmony can develop when a difference of opinion becomes the priority in a relationship. Strife is always accompanied by pride and an unteachable spirit in one or both parties. Proverbs 13:10 says, “Where there is strife, there is pride, but wisdom is found in those who take advice.” When someone refuses to consider another viewpoint and demands his own way, friction results. Someone bent on, it’s all about me “will not allow compromise, negotiation, or humility. Strife alienates friends, divides families, and destroys churches.

A spirit of Distrust, Strife and Conflict in a nut shell is a Critical spirit. Ittears down those around us and robs us of our own ability to enjoy life. When we become overly critical, we miss out on the beauty that God has placed in this world. Small blessings go unnoticed, and we stop being thankful. Overcoming a critical spirit requires gratefulness, a willingness to forgive, an accurate understanding of God's grace (it’s free!), an intentional refocusing of our thoughts, and a commitment to share the truth in love. Overcoming a critical spirit is a matter of sanctification, and we have the Holy Spirit’s help with that 2 Thessalonians 2:13. As we submit to God, read His Word, and pray for grace, we will find that the critical spirit gives up control to the Holy Spirit of Christ.

 The challenge then is to truly learn how to consider each yourjoy.You can endure whatever circumstances are making you quake in your boots right now. If you have been saved through faith in Jesus Christ—you have all you need; God’s view:Proverbs 6:16-19

God Bless You and This Ministry!