GENTLY BRING YOUR ATTENTION BACK TO Me, whenever it wanders away. I look for persistence - rather than perfection - in your walk with Me.
Dear Jesus, It is such a relief to know that You accept our persistence and do not reject us for our many failures. We are amazed that our minds can wander so far from You very quickly. When we realize this has happened (again!), our natural tendency is to feel discouraged and disappointed with ourselves. Thank You for accepting us in all our imperfections. Amen
Beloved, I not only accept you as you are. I love you as you are. I died a criminal's death so I could adorn you with My own perfection. That is why bringing your thoughts to Me is so important. It is My perfect righteousness that saves you, and it will never be taken away from you!
You can easily fall prey to self rejection if you have unrealistic expectations for yourself. I want you to bring your focus back to Me gently: without judging yourself. If you express disappointment about your wandering mind, that response will only distract you further. Instead of engaging in such hurtful activity - putting yourself down - persist in returning your attention to Me. I always welcome you back with unfailing Love.
- Jesus
(Dear Jesus / Sarah Young)
Scripture Insight: Hebrews 10:12-14; Luke 10:41-42 and Psalm 36:7
"But when this priest had offered for all time one sacrifice for sins, he sat down at the right hand of God. Since that time he waits for his enemies to be made his footstool, because by one sacrifice he has made perfect forever those who are being made holy" (Hebrews 10:12-14 / New International Version)
ReplyDelete"Martha, Martha," the Lord answered, "you are worried and upset about many things, but only one thing is needed. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her" (Luke 10:41-42 / New International Version)
"How priceless is your unfailing love! Both high and low among men find refuge in the shadow of your wings" (Psalm 36:7 / New International Version)