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Day 1---Just Begin

Yesterday I talked abut being intentional so that when life settles down, we will be much better off than we were before all of this began.

We will--

1.  Have a closer relationship with our Father.
2.  Feel better physically.
3.  Experience new ways of doing things.
4.  Have stronger relationships with family and friends.
5.  Have a heart filled with gratitude over the goodness of God.

It is not "life as usual" right now. Each day we have to remain flexible and learn how to do things that will cause our lives to function. As we let God lead us, this time can even become an adventure. If we consider the next 30 days in this light, it will energize us to meet with God and let Him lead the way. If this seems a little intimidating, I encourage you to "just begin," It's way easier than you think!

This morning, I had a new task to complete on the computer. Immediately, I could feel the dread come up in me. It seemed way to hard, but as soon as I asked God to cause my thoughts to come into line with the task at hand, I felt the peace. I still did not know how to do it, but I followed the directions step by step. As I moved through the process, the answers just seemed to be there. The task would have been impossible to do on my own, but it was so satisfying to know that He and I working together completed the job successfully.

When I stop to think of what is required of those of you working on the front lines of this virus, I am in total awe. Life is too big for you right now and I am sure you feel overwhelmed by the size of the task. Just remember to partner with God and let Him lead the way. He will take care of you and cause your thoughts to become agreeable to His will so you can be successful. And please know that those of us who are in our homes are praying that you will have strength for the number of your days. (Deuteronomy 33:25 NKJV)
Come and listen to My counsel.
I'll share My heart with you and make you wise.
Proverbs 1:23 NLT

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