Sunday 2 November 2014

Rejoicing

Rejoice in the Lord always, and again I say rejoice.
Philippians 4:4

This command from Paul in Scripture has been on my heart and mind this last week. It is a hard thing to do this rejoicing thing.
But, I think I may have turned a spiritual corner so to speak.
The key here is "in the Lord." 

I suppose that is pretty basic and obvious, but it has not been something I have ever really put into practice on an ongoing basis.

This last week, no matter what situation I find myself in, I am disciplining myself to turn my mind to "in the Lord," rather than the situation. 

Although there have been some instances when I have forgotten, I am at least remembering within a few moments of my frustrations. 

The result - 
  • much more contentment
  • a much more realistic perspective of life. 
  • calmer emotions
  • a better attitude toward God.