Do not allow others opinions to keep you from moving forward and clinging to the Promises God has for you!
We all have either done this or have friends and family that do…we/they give opinions to life, love, politics, movies etc…but that’s just it. OPINIONS: based on their thoughts, beliefs, mood etc.
When I worked for Carondelet Health Group many years ago as a Medical Assistant, I was among many women. It didn’t take long to recognize that working among these women, it was like high school but in the work place! It was sad really. I was the newbie, freshly hired gopher who excelled during my externship. So unfortunate, that a few of the women would begin to share their “opinions” on who I should stay away from and why!
I am so thankful for God’s Promises! His word states, “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28
“A good tree cannot bring forth evil fruit, neither can a corrupt tree bring forth good fruit.” Matthew 7:18
Through prayer and conviction, I stepped out of my comfort zone. I befriended the women who others said were “less than worthy” (among other horrible words). Some time had passed, and through my obedience, I gained two beautiful friends. God honoring friendships. Now don’t get me wrong, I certainly was under persecution for befriending them…however, by my ignoring them and their comments and continuing to be respectful and helpful, they eventually came around and apologized to us all.
That being said, I would have robbed myself of God’s Grace had I listened to those ladies who spread fowl and cruel words against their fellow co-workers, I could have backslid myself.
My point here is that if I always believed what others tell me, I could make a wrong decision. A decision based not on my experience or belief etc. Truth be told, there are women, our very own Sisters in Christ who still find themselves “gossiping”, spreading their germs among our new believers and unbelievers.
Through God’s Grace (and Prayer), be sure to make a decision based on your beliefs, opinions and experiences so that you do NOT rob yourself of His Blessings.
Don’t allow your lack of knowledge hold you bondage; just because you may not fully understand God’s Word, dig deeper! Get into His Word MORE! Ask Him to help you understand and bring people into your life that He can help shape and mold you. This is certainly not weakness…It is the utmost strength to be able to admit your need for help and to follow through!
“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.” Proverbs 1:7
“Teach me good judgment and knowledge: for I have believed thy commandments.” Psalms 119:66
Don’t allow Pride (we ALL have it!) to keep you from sharing your Love for Jesus. He certainly didn’t take the “easy” way out! He did not succumb to the brutality (murder) He endured that day on the cross! He took on yours as well as my sins, pain & suffering so that you may live in eternity with God…to free you from this sin filled world. Because “He” Loves You So Completely.
“A man’s pride shall bring him low: but honour shall uphold the humble in spirit.” Proverbs 29:23
“For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world.” 1 John 2:16
“Not a novice, lest being lifted up with pride he fall into the condemnation of the devil.” 1 Timothy 3:6
Pray and when God nudges you, and HE WILL NUDGE YOU, to try something new, to change, whether it is in friendships, attending a new church, getting more involved in your church, bible study, making new friends etc…DO IT! We are called to go out of our comfort zone!
“But this thing I commanded I them, saying, Obey my voice, and I will be your God, and ye shall by my people: and walk ye in all the ways that I have commanded you, that it may be well unto you. But they hearkened not, nor inclined their ear, but walked in the counsels and in the imagination of their evil heart, and went backward, and not forward.” Jeremiah 7:23-24
Do you want to be exactly where you are now in a year, five years from now? Better yet, do you want to be the same tomorrow?! Do you enjoy being stagnant, unable to bear fruit?
Or will you be obedient to His Calling and Trust that His Grace is sufficient for thee? Don’t Wait! Make these changes today! God wants to pour out His blessing upon you! Your obedience will allow Him to lead You and Your families in the direction that not only blesses you, but Glorifies Him!! Resulting in you being a light unto this world that helps reaching hearts and saving lives.
Take a stand! Make today, the day, You make the Decision to Change!
We all have either done this or have friends and family that do…we/they give opinions to life, love, politics, movies etc…but that’s just it. OPINIONS: based on their thoughts, beliefs, mood etc.
When I worked for Carondelet Health Group many years ago as a Medical Assistant, I was among many women. It didn’t take long to recognize that working among these women, it was like high school but in the work place! It was sad really. I was the newbie, freshly hired gopher who excelled during my externship. So unfortunate, that a few of the women would begin to share their “opinions” on who I should stay away from and why!
I am so thankful for God’s Promises! His word states, “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28
“A good tree cannot bring forth evil fruit, neither can a corrupt tree bring forth good fruit.” Matthew 7:18
Through prayer and conviction, I stepped out of my comfort zone. I befriended the women who others said were “less than worthy” (among other horrible words). Some time had passed, and through my obedience, I gained two beautiful friends. God honoring friendships. Now don’t get me wrong, I certainly was under persecution for befriending them…however, by my ignoring them and their comments and continuing to be respectful and helpful, they eventually came around and apologized to us all.
That being said, I would have robbed myself of God’s Grace had I listened to those ladies who spread fowl and cruel words against their fellow co-workers, I could have backslid myself.
My point here is that if I always believed what others tell me, I could make a wrong decision. A decision based not on my experience or belief etc. Truth be told, there are women, our very own Sisters in Christ who still find themselves “gossiping”, spreading their germs among our new believers and unbelievers.
Through God’s Grace (and Prayer), be sure to make a decision based on your beliefs, opinions and experiences so that you do NOT rob yourself of His Blessings.
Don’t allow your lack of knowledge hold you bondage; just because you may not fully understand God’s Word, dig deeper! Get into His Word MORE! Ask Him to help you understand and bring people into your life that He can help shape and mold you. This is certainly not weakness…It is the utmost strength to be able to admit your need for help and to follow through!
“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.” Proverbs 1:7
“Teach me good judgment and knowledge: for I have believed thy commandments.” Psalms 119:66
Don’t allow Pride (we ALL have it!) to keep you from sharing your Love for Jesus. He certainly didn’t take the “easy” way out! He did not succumb to the brutality (murder) He endured that day on the cross! He took on yours as well as my sins, pain & suffering so that you may live in eternity with God…to free you from this sin filled world. Because “He” Loves You So Completely.
“A man’s pride shall bring him low: but honour shall uphold the humble in spirit.” Proverbs 29:23
“For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world.” 1 John 2:16
“Not a novice, lest being lifted up with pride he fall into the condemnation of the devil.” 1 Timothy 3:6
Pray and when God nudges you, and HE WILL NUDGE YOU, to try something new, to change, whether it is in friendships, attending a new church, getting more involved in your church, bible study, making new friends etc…DO IT! We are called to go out of our comfort zone!
“But this thing I commanded I them, saying, Obey my voice, and I will be your God, and ye shall by my people: and walk ye in all the ways that I have commanded you, that it may be well unto you. But they hearkened not, nor inclined their ear, but walked in the counsels and in the imagination of their evil heart, and went backward, and not forward.” Jeremiah 7:23-24
Do you want to be exactly where you are now in a year, five years from now? Better yet, do you want to be the same tomorrow?! Do you enjoy being stagnant, unable to bear fruit?
Or will you be obedient to His Calling and Trust that His Grace is sufficient for thee? Don’t Wait! Make these changes today! God wants to pour out His blessing upon you! Your obedience will allow Him to lead You and Your families in the direction that not only blesses you, but Glorifies Him!! Resulting in you being a light unto this world that helps reaching hearts and saving lives.
Take a stand! Make today, the day, You make the Decision to Change!
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