Today.
The phrase “one day at a time” has been my mantra for the past few weeks. There have been so many things going on, and it’s easy to be overwhelmed. Instead, I’ve been focusing on a very freeing truth - that God will give grace when the time is right. Jesus told us not to be anxious about tomorrow, for each day has enough trouble of its own. Today, He is faithful and gracious. Tomorrow, He will be faithful and gracious. I don’t need to try to bring tomorrow’s trouble into today. I need to rest in His goodness today.
So I keep trying to live one day at a time, to enjoy the people around me, to serve and be productive instead of being lazy, and most of all, to focus on the Lord and His glory and the joy that is found in knowing Him. I always fall short, but Jesus never fell short. Even in times like right now, when I feel frustrated and tired and overwhelmed, I am forgiven because of His sacrifice for me. And I want to imitate His obedience, through His strength. Let me tell you, if there is any good in me, it’s all Him.
Filed under: Christianity, My Life, Personal Reflection on June 12th, 2008
Amen. Beautiful.
I agree wih Kaysie.
One day at a time…
duly noted (:
“I always fall short, but Jesus never fell short… I am forgiven because of His sacrifice for me. And I want to imitate His obedience, through His strength. Let me tell you, if there is any good in me, it’s all Him.”
It really is all about Him. Grace to you.
Amen! I think that has been my mantra for the past 8 months. It really does help to be reminded that God takes one day at a time, therefore we should also, especially when we get in a hurry to finish all the tasks that are overwhelming us. I hope all is well with you.. God bless!
Living “One day at a time” can be so difficult at times. I often find myself worrying about what tomorrow will be like when I have plenty of things to do today!
Take courage, Anna! Taking it one day at a time really is so important. I don’t know all of the details of your circumstances, but I do know that you’re trying to figure out “what’s next” for your future. I know how tough and confusing that can sometimes be, but know that God does have a specific plan for you and He won’t let you miss it! Well, I’m sure you do know that but I know from experience that’s it’s good to be reminded! Praying for you, sister!