SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 21
“Be patient in trouble, and prayerful always.”
Ro 12:12TLB
WHEN GOD PUT YOU ON HOLD (1)
We’ve been dubbed “the microwave generation” for good
reason—we charge through life like we’re on fire! But God has His own time
table and it can’t be rushed. So when He puts you on hold: Watch your words. Like a
small rudder on a big ship what you say determines your direction and helps
stop the wrong thoughts from infiltrating your mind. Mel Weldon said, “My mind
is a garden, my thoughts are the seeds; my harvest will be either flowers or
weeds.” Ask God to help you control your emotions. Paul says, “Be glad for all
God is planning… Be patient in trouble… and prayerful always.” Complaining
magnifies the problem. Prayer turns negative energy into a powerful force for
good. Look for the humor in it. Solomon said, “He who is of a merry heart has a
continual feast” (Pr 15:15 NKJVZ). Laughter dispels tension, lightens the
burden and fills your soul with joy. Appreciate the chance to learn. The
Chinese view problems as prospects; in their culture the character/symbol for
problems and opportunities is the same. Solomon said, “The diligent make use of
everything” (Pr 12:27 NLT). Learn from your experience regardless of how hard
it is, and remember, some of the world’s greatest discoveries and breakthroughs
resulted from crises. Love unconditionally. Problems are caused by people, and
under pressure it’s tempting to lash out. The bottom line is: we all make
mistakes, and nobody is beyond redemption! Aren’t you glad about that? Learn to
see people through God’s eyes. “Overcome evil with good” (Ro 12:21)… be
courteous, and maintain your dignity when you’re under pressure (See Ro 12:10).
Taken from the Word for you Today Devotional.
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