Reading this verse as if seeing it for the first time, Julie. Wow. Today, I'm finding reassurance in the truth that even if I temporarily forget who I am in Christ, He will remind me because He NEVER forgets.
Had a great reminder just this week-end when I was rude to someone but thought I was just trying to be helpful. The spirit worked on me all day with a sinking heart and would not let go. I called the person and apologized and explained my reason for speaking what I did. Found out he's a believer too and was so generous with his forgiveness. He didn't let me forget that I should alway remember how words can be taken and can hurt even if we don't think so. :) I departed from iniquity. :(
It's not easy when the Spirit corrects us like that and we have to humble ourselves to others, but it's also great to know that He loves us so much that He nudges us in that direction. So glad you listened to Him! Good lesson for all of us!
Reading this verse as if seeing it for the first time, Julie.
ReplyDeleteWow.
Today, I'm finding reassurance in the truth that even if I temporarily forget who I am in Christ, He will remind me because He NEVER forgets.
It's humbling to realize that the Lord really KNOWS me.
DeleteAmen! His truth stands firm like a stone foundation.
ReplyDelete...and again I say Amen!
DeleteHad a great reminder just this week-end when I was rude to someone but thought I was just trying to be helpful. The spirit worked on me all day with a sinking heart and would not let go. I called the person and apologized and explained my reason for speaking what I did. Found out he's a believer too and was so generous with his forgiveness. He didn't let me forget that I should alway remember how words can be taken and can hurt even if we don't think so. :) I departed from iniquity. :(
ReplyDeleteIt's not easy when the Spirit corrects us like that and we have to humble ourselves to others, but it's also great to know that He loves us so much that He nudges us in that direction. So glad you listened to Him! Good lesson for all of us!
DeleteI never noticed how many nuggets of encouragement are packed into this one verse! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteSo true, nugget after nugget, Karen!
DeleteWhat a great photo to go with this Scripture! So very grateful for the sure and solid foundation of God's Word and Truth!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Kym. I appreciate the encouragment!
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