Seems that my heart is always in need of some work. From envy to anger to selfishness to doubt to ...etc. I don't know about you but when I read the following words from Jesus I have to take a good look at myself. "But what comes out of the mouth proceeds from the heart, and this defiles a person." Matt. 16:18 Jesus spoke these words to his disciples who still didn't get it. Sometimes that makes me feel a little better when I read how Jesus was often helping his disciples to 'get it.' I am in need of that regularly. Scripture is great at helping me to be more confused, more understanding, more convicted and more filled with grace. I love all of that and need it all in my faith walk.
When I speak words of grumbling or complaining, when I speak words of doubting what God is doing in my life that really shows where my heart is. But when I speak words of being grateful, despite what I see around me - when I speak words of God's faithfulness, despite the circumstances - when I can bring glory and honor to God NO MATTER WHAT with my words - then my heart will be changed. Lord change my heart, soften my heart and fill me anew with your Holy Spirit.
As I look out the window and see the bright winter sun shining and the gentle glimmering of the snow flurries I am reminded of the majesty of God, the power of God. That he would create such beauty for my eyes to behold is truly an amazing gift that we so often take for granted. May we all this day give priase and glory and honor to God despite what our eyes see around us. I do not want to be like Peter when Jesus spoke to him and said "O you of little faith, why did you doubt?"
Our God - yes he is amazing - he is all knowing - all powerful - all loving - those are truths. Hold onto them today.
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