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“Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.” (Philippians 4:8)What I know is True:
God loves me. The Gospel. God's word. David was chosen by God to be my husband. My children are a gift from the Lord. God has a plan for my life - for such a time as this. The Church is the Family of God, the body enlisted to do His works on earth.
What I know to be Noble:
My husband's love for me and my family. The mountains. An empty, candlelit sanctuary at night. Defending those weaker than yourself from oppression.
What I know to be Right:
Caring for my family. Prayer. Protecting babies, widows and orphans.
What I know to be Pure:
Love. The prayers of my children and the things they teach me about God.
What I know to be Lovely:
God's creation unmarred by mankind, dancing in worship, a baptism, fresh fallen snow, the colors of spring, the sound of the waves and the warmth of the sun.
What I know to be Admirable:
Fighting for freedom, knowing the word of God by heart, a gentle spirit, being organized, possessing and exhibiting the fruits of the Spirit.
What I know to be Excellent:
High-quality chocolate in the company of friends, the friendships I have, the family God placed me in, God's provision, God's protection, music inspired by God.
What I know to be Praiseworthy:
The Lord God Almighty and Jesus His Son. For who He is, for what He's done and what He promises to do.
3 comments:
I think this is my favorite posting so far - love it!! I'm impressed with all the things you thought of for each point, and they were gooood. If we could all go through a list like this every once in awhile, we'd create our own "gratitude moments" which, in turn, would put in check our occasional poor attitudes about life. Thanks for the reminders of what is truly worthy in this life!
This is simply beautiful
I also really like how you responded to this verse.
I think that your idea of listing things which you classify as true, noble, etc. would make a great exercise for a small group.
I may steal the idea and use it at some point.
:)
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