One Day at A TimeWritten by Joyce C. Lock
If just for today, Lord, I値l keep my eyes and heart in tune to Your ever-loving presence. I値l walk with You, talk with you, and glean upon Your every word; be ready to go, ready to stay, and bask in fullness of Your day. If just for today, Lord, I値l find joy in whatever comes my way; give You glory in each situation, smell roses, pat dog, and enjoy wonder of Your creation. If just for today, Lord, I値l check my thoughts, motives, and ways. I値l see through Your eyes all You壇 have me to see and be all You壇 have me to be. I値l reach out to my fellow man, give others a helping hand, and let Christ live in me.
| | A Cross to BearWritten by Joyce C. Lock
Being misunderstood can feel like a cross to bear. When wounded, people have found art, poetry, and music as avenues of statement. Even when our heart gets ripped, as others judge things not understood, God understands. There's comfort in knowing God is never blinded to our need, which offers wondrous things to share. Sometimes, as we seek comfort in others, God allows them to fail because He wants to be that special person in our lives. Knowing such doesn't immediately eliminate struggles of emotional abandonment. We're glad God loves us. We just want another to care besides Him. Once realized that none loves like God, He becomes appreciated in newfound ways. Then, we're ready to share with others ... "Do you know how special that is? Of all people in world, God choose you to reach down and love." He says, "You are so special to me. Would you let me be your friend?"
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