"The LORD does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart." 1 Samuel 16:7
How many times do we try to appear ok? When are we down with burdens and burning with troubles, but try to apear fine?
Today I was cutting my grass and washed my car and oh how beautiful did my yard look. Oh I was so proud of myself. Then I remembered how I intended to help clean the inside of my house and how much work I yet had to do. I thought of the fact that my neighbors probably don't care how the inside of my house looks, it really doesn't affect the value of their homes or even embarass them when they bring friends through the neighborhood.
So my question is, how many times in our lives have we just cared what our neighbors think? I must admit I can personally get distracted with what others think. God wants to help us through our burdens and troubles. He knows we can't always appear ok. It is amazing for me to know that my Savior stands at my side with open arms to either hold me or guide me.
So how can I encounter the invisible God if I only care of what the visible people think? Today I hope you can look at things that you need to render, pray and open your heart to this invisible God who can do things that no one can even attempt to. Open up to a God that really cares for you!
I am so glad we are part of this journey in seeking to hear His voice as we open our heart and hand Him every aspect of our lives. Remember that "the LORD looks at the heart."
The journey continues...
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Just found your blog. Smitty and I wanted to say hi! Hope you are your are well! Check out our family blog at www.simplysmittys.blogspot.com
AMEN to include non-Christians alongside Christians in the celebration of worship and possible discipling. We round the world as it surrounds us. Believing with you, Jenny
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