And, you know who is the prime instigator of "pride?" Well, let me say, having a bad sense of pride will interfere with our walk with God and totally damage things that stem from it. Now do you know who I'm talking about? Well, that was a pretty big hint. Like I said before, anything having to do with not making God happy has to do with the evil one. Pride is a perfect example.
When one is prideful, their mindset is so engulfed and focused on the worldly aspects of our life. We tend to forget and we don't think that God can provide what he wants for your life. There may be a moment we may not like it. But, we need to come to the realization that we need to like it because God provided it and he knows what we truly need.
Is that your view of life? Do you really trust within yourself that God has a plan for your life that you will be okay with. Friends let me tell you, if that is not your mindset and the world you live in is? I truly believe there is a high chance that your life will be in shambles!
Think about it. Are you the kind of person that is never content? Your life may be awesome one day but then it will just totally be in shambles another day. And, you couldn't control that. You may have been able to do everything humanly possible to control that, but God is in total control of your life. So he pretty much is in the driver's seat!
I was speaking to my friend Al. He was in total bondage because he was suffering with being prideful. You see folks, suffering with pride is pretty genuine. And, it really can be painful. So, we have to get rid of it from our lives.
Let me share something with you guys. Okay when I was out of the work force of working in radio, sales, copywriting, advertising, reception and marketing, I know I was a good worker. I was very personable and my boss appreciated my work and he loves me! Who wouldn't love Sam? LOL. Wow, I just noticed you could have called me the Jill of all trades when it came to working LOL
The final day I was at work. I didn't think I was going to get laid off. I did not think I was going to not be getting paid anymore. Friends, I did not think I was never going to see that place again. However, the reality is I was laid off. I don't think I was cool with God at that time. So, I went on the internet and I started to look for more jobs. I'll show you! I'll get another job!
I was constantly looking in the internet contacting employers, etc. I really needed another job. I was not going to suffer and leave the condo. Then days went by and I still could not find a job. Then years, nothing was happening. So, you know what I did? I prayed. And you know what came to my mind?
The Lord told my heart basically I was retired from the typical workforce. I feel in my heart that the Lord wants to utilize me to work for him at Starbucks. I've been doing that for 10 years, maybe more. Up to you Lord! I usually do my writings at Starbucks, then I listen and wait for a knock to come to my heart to give my very simple business card that has the links to my blog and cooking show!
Handing those cards out would show people how to get to my writings about the Lord and for them to start the day with encouragement. Even when I just share a smile or encourage someone by saying have a great day, that is working for God.
I remember a while back feeling down on myself because I wasn't working like normal people and I wasn't feeling normal and I was mad at God and this and that. It came to the point where I sadly said to my husband, what if I'll be just going to Starbucks for the rest of my life? What if I never go somewhere like the typical workforce ever again?
I totally knew that my husband can sense my sadness. You know what he told me? He made me feel better. All he said was then you will be my wife and some days goes to Starbucks!
I don't work anymore. I need to embrace the fact as I am doing a little by little. I need to be thankful to God because when we need something he touches other people's hurts to help us provide. To be honest, sometimes I feel a little embarrassed because I do need help. But I have to stop that feeling of embarrassment and pride. Because I'm still living in my beautiful condo with an awesome view of the lake. I need to think of other good things the Lord has blessed me with! Is that what you guys are thinking? If not, then it should be!
Encouraging thought of the day:
Let this blog that you just read start your day with encouragement.
Philippians 4:19 ESV
And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.
Proverbs 11:2 ESV
When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with the humble is wisdom.
Proverbs 16:18 ESV
Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.
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