Highs -n- Lows Living with the Disease

Thursday, August 1st

Another beautiful morning!  Sunny with highs in the 80's.

I continue to appreciate the life I have but miss what I was able to do before my diagnosis.  :-(  I was told by one of my Drs that I would not have a life anymore. What??? I wanted an explanation of how I am supposed to live this way.  :-(  My symptoms wear on me... Expecally when I continue to hurt.
 
I am letting go of my self-pity. Victory is mine in Christ. His grace is sufficient enough for me. I know these truths...I need to remember to take my life one day at a time or maybe even a moment at a time with God's help. 
 
This day, Jesus, I can feel sorry for myself or feel victorious in You. Show me how to choose the victorious way.  Help me when I get to these difficult times of self-pity. Amen
 
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Today's Bible Study

How Do We Find Favor with God?

Read | Psalm 101:1-4

Once we have the favor of God through salvation, does it matter how we act? The Bible responds with an emphatic “Yes!” and gives us numerous examples of godly lives to consider.

• Noah responded to God by walking with Him daily. And our Father responds positively to those who walk closely with Him, live by His Word, and listen carefully to His Holy Spirit. For those of us who believe, that means not only making Scripture a vital part of our lives but also learning who God is and what He likes. How well do you know Him?

• Moses, despite initial protests, chose to obey the divine call and live life God’s way. The Lord favors followers who choose His preferences over their own—that is, those who think about their life in terms of pleasing Him. This requires learning to think as He does. How closely do your thoughts align with His?

• Paul, after his conversion, lived with the single-minded focus of serving Jesus. He sought to do his best by means of inward and outward obedience. The Lord favors those whose hearts are bent toward Him. Do others see that your life is centered around Christ?

• Mary responded with trust and did not doubt when the angel announced that she would give birth to the Messiah. God extends His blessings to those who choose to believe even when evidence says otherwise. How much do you trust the Lord?

We find favor with our heavenly Father through believing minds, responsive hearts, and obedient spirits.

Another great day!