Well, someday I'll learn not to say "tomorrow I'll do this or that" . . . doesn't it say that somewhere in James? Back in the Fall I thought I was going to write a book and have it ready for the Spring. Then life happened. However, my son is driving now so I may actually have a few nights at home during the week. I might blog some . . . not promising anything. Tonight is a product of caffeine induced insomnia and I'm not hoping for more of that, let me tell you.
The past few days have shown me how dependent I am on hearing the voice of God. I don't know about you but sometimes it's hard for me to tell whether I'm being led by the Spirit or taken off track by my flesh or the enemy or circumstances. I find it's much easier to discern the difference when I am spending time in the Word daily and taking time each day to quiet my heart before Him.
I really believe God wants to speak to each one of us. Jesus said that he is the good shepherd and that his "sheep hear (his) voice". I want to position myself each day to hear Him. When I do I find that he really does "lead me beside still waters and quiets my soul". He speaks truth to me that convicts me of sin areas in my life but He also lifts me up and reminds me of who I am in Him. Without that time with Him, I head out into a world that is either going to build me up artificially or tear me down harshly and I'm not protected by Truth.
This morning I choose to stop and listen to Him. Today, may I snuggle into His branch so that I can bear much fruit.
