"Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there be any virtue, and if there is anything praiseworthy-meditate on these things."
Lord, as you know, I've been having a hard time applying this to my life. There really is so much good around, I don't know why I tend to focus on the negative. Please get me back on track. Amen.
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I love that scripture. Thanks for bringing it back to mind. You are right.. we do have a LOT to be thankful for.
ReplyDeleteYes, we have, and I feel so bad for not keeping it in mind. Last night, we had an awesome prayer meeting at the church. I came home feeling so good and encouraged. I sat down with my knitting, and Morty came into the room, sat down and began to lick. He licked until I wanted to scream. By bed time, I was depressed beyond all reason. I was so focused on Morty's skin problem, that I'd lost all my feelings of hope from the prayer meeting. Why do I do this? :(
ReplyDeleteI say this only because I have had like experiences in life. You should have put the cat out of the room. If he is an inside/ outside cat..put him out doors for awhile. You have made sure he had the best medical attention and you have NOTHING to feel guilty about. Max had skin allergies all his life and he licked and chewed all the time. If a person was going to let it bother them it could have drove them crazy. Actually, I think Max lived with the affliction better than 'his' people did. LOL..probably Morty is so used to it, he is less bothered by it than you. So when it is getting to you..put him out of your sight for a while. It won't hurt him and it may give you a vacation from looking at it. Don't let anything steal your spiritual highs. It is a trick of the enemy.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the encouragement. Of all the people who have visited my home, nobody seems to think my cats are unhappy. At least they haven't told me if they do.
ReplyDeleteAmen. I need help getting back on track, too. I know my family is so weary of my bad attitude, but, like you said, I cannot seem to see past the negative things going on in our life right now. And I'm NOT good at pretending.
ReplyDeleteI understand perfectly, Beck. I CAN'T pretend. :(
ReplyDeleteHey, maybe we could all pray for eachother conserning this. I believe this scripture with all my being, and I know I'll be much happier if I can apply it to my life.
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