Today’s Thought “At the Point in Disgrace” G. Ward

 

Proverbs 11:2

When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with the humble is wisdom.

 

I’ve sought to remain inconspicuous most of my life as the spotlight on me syndrome is opposite of my shyness. Amazingly, my calling to fulfill has allowed speaking engagements of sorts to overcome this trepidation of old, but never to portray an over-confidence in ability. That which relies on self determination in being perceived in proficiency will soon be replaced by a newer improved presentation and preparedness to more be received by the masses vs. an objective in sharing is a lonely venture.

Today’s Thought “Tornado Warning” G. Ward

 

1 Corinthians 3:11 For no one can lay any foundation other than the one already laid, which is Jesus Christ.

 

The basement of a house is said to be the safest place to consider in the time of great storm. It’s indicative of a sub space unmoved by surface winds that potentially toss materials sporadically and aimlessly. Our lives without a continual practice of surrender to the Lord’s demand will discover varied personal parts strewn in places of subjective principles unproven that keep us confounded; while Truth (Jn.14:6) persists in the promotion in safeguards, distributing peace, even when calamity strikes.

Today’s  Thought “Righteous Indignation?” G. Ward

 

Matthew 5:44 But I say to you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.

 

Peter the Apostle elaborated on the Almighty as Holy and while our interrogation of what that means is the most incomplete phenomenon, limiting us to knowing Him as without sin (and a propensity therein), along with perfect in every way, we’re called to pursue the same (1 Pe.1:16). How dare any share what perceivably is regarded eloquence to appear superior to another created being without proper tribute to Wisdom’s beginning and end (*Rev.22:13). More excellent than anything is to know God is Holy, entirely opposite of us, requiring absolute subjection to HIS way; Eternity depends on that (Lk.6:46).

Today’s Thought “Bouts In Forgetfulness” G. Ward

 

Psalm 16:5-6 Lord, You alone are my portion and my cup; You make my lot secure. The boundary lines have fallen for me in pleasant places; surely I have a delightful inheritance.

 

There’s not a time where I’ve endeavored convening with the Lord (through His words) to be satisfied with my behavior/attitude. His presence in me is so much more appreciated, particularly in view of my self-centeredness. It helps me in re-establishing proper spiritual posture that can never be sustained when I decide on tactic(s) suitable for change, but only has foundation when I call on His sufficiency that’s transformative. Moreover, I’m so glad He awakens me onto a newness; to not regard past imperfects, but delivers me; establishing an effectual route to pursue worthy of travel. His Name is Wonderful!

Today’s Thought “Incomplete Journey” G. Ward

 

Acts 20:27-28 For I did not shrink from declaring to you the whole purpose of God. ²⁸ Be on guard for yourselves and for all the flock, among which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to shepherd the church of God which He purchased with His own blood.

If you’ve ever endeavored bible study, there’s clearly great contingency therein. What that means is when we fail at the commandments of the Lord, there’s a consequence. At times it wouldn’t rain, or perhaps there was food scarcity and many times death (cf. Ro.6:23). Howbeit that some bible teachers (tagged motivationalists) now pervade on many, only those melodious passages that lend false notions of mine own pleasure over perfect will found in the entirety of scripture ( *Phil.2:13, 1 Ti.3:16-17)? Truth, as HE is the person of Jesus (Jn.14:6), was never meant to be selective and those who fail to portray His word accurately are false.

Though it may cost you a presumed friend, remember Calvary’s price and conform immediately.

Today’s Thought “Yes We Can?” G. Ward

 

Romans 7:18-20

 For I know that nothing good dwells in me, that is, in my flesh; for the willing is present in me, but the doing of the good is not.  For the good that I want, I do not do, but I practice the very evil that I do not want. But if I am doing the very thing I do not want, I am no longer the one doing it, but sin which dwells in me.

 

No matter the chant that got a President elected, believing in yourself is without foundation, particularly when there’s sole reliance on proposed ability and especially when any lack charge over potential next moments (Jn.15:5). More important to perceive is to remain in the grip of grace, to which the Lord Jesus needs no help (cf. Jn.19:30).

Today’s Thought “Failure to Communicate” G. Ward

 

1 Peter 3:1-2 In the same way, you wives, be submissive to your own husbands so that even if any of them are disobedient to the word, they may be won without a word by the behavior of their wives, as they observe your chaste and respectful behavior.

 

In times past the month of May was perhaps the season for great hustle in that weeks away would soon witness marriages and graduations. The current pandemic has most certainly altered graduation ceremonies as social distancing has become a preventive measure to behold; while marriage (for this modernity) is less a consideration. Immorality for our times hinder thoughts of monogamy, particularly biblical submissiveness assumed as entirely subservient for times whereby headship in homes is entirely subjective, even allowing toddlers to rule periodically.

Whereas Peter’s message to the church involved a spiritual impression that would compel an offender onto peace, the transcendence in subject matter remains. Whether through marriage or another acquaintance, submit today unto God’s peace, so the one troubled by a worldly standard would gain eventual rest (Matt.5:16).