It's the beginning of another week. Back to work we go. New decisions to be made. Plans to finalize. Options to consider. Relationships to salvage. And it's no wonder that Mondays are dreaded. Sunday night comes and we start dragging our feet. So, how do you manage to get through the day on Mondays? You could say that you put one foot in front of the other and your body follows. Before you know it 5:00 p.m. is here. Work has been done. Decisions have been made. Plans are finalized or at least made more complete. Options have been mulled over. Relationships have survived. Whew!! We made it after all. So why are so Monday's dreaded?
Because we would like to be doing something else. If you are fortunate to be one of those folks who absolutely love what you do for a living--and feel like your job isn't work at all, then you are an exception. It is great if you can dream big and work towards your goal, but there is the road you have to travel before being successful. Also, our dream jobs may fizzle out because of a declining economy. You may find yourself in a job- not- well loved.
Now what do we do in a less than loved situation? First and foremost, maintain your relationship with Holy Dad. Colossians 2:7 (NLT) says: "Let your roots grow down into Him and draw nourishment from Him, so you will grow in faith, strong and vigorous in the truth you were taught. Let your lives overflow with thanksgiving for all He has done." Going back to Monday, your psyche is all worked up with anxiousness and dread. You mentally stomp your feet and say "I don't want to go to work." It sounds like a tantrum doesn't it? Well, it is. That's because going to work (or wherever it is you are going) isn't your first choice, however, it is an option. Another option is to not go to work, hense not getting paid, not paying rent, not eating, etc. I know you're unhappy, but you are blessed if you have a job. At the very end of Colossians 2:7 it says to let your lives overflow with thanksgiving for all He has done. Don't skip over the word "let." That means you have a choice. You can thank the Lord for your job or you can sulk about not liking it. Look for things about your work situation that you like and thank Holy Dad for that. And see where that leads you--you'll probably have a fresher perspective on the situation. Going back to the beginning of the verse notice that Holy Dad is telling you to do something. That something is to let your roots grow down into Him. Notice the word "let" again. Read, read, read and meditate, meditate, meditate His word. References to the words grow and root mean to go deep. Starting out with at least 15 minutes a day will get the ball rolling. So read the word then think deeply about it. As you read the Bible infuse it with modern words that mean the same as the translation you are reading. That will help you understand it, apply it and move your mind to a deeper level as you read. All of this reading and thinking takes your faith to a different level. Your spiritual self will become stronger. You are able to vigorously tackle life's ups and downs. God loves teaching you His truths but He needs for you to listen to Him and take His advise. By doing all of this I think you'll discover that Sunday nights are more enjoyable. Give it a try.
You may have similar reactions to relationships as you do toward work. 21 day Journal Note # 18 may help.
21 Day Journal Note # 18
Distrust
John 10:10 (AMP) The thief comes only in order to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflows).
Proverbs 3:5-6 (AMP) Lean on, trust in, and be confident in the Lord with all your heart and mind and do not rely on your own insight or understanding. In all your ways know, recognize, and acknowledge Him and He will direct and make straight and plain your paths.
Things have happened to me in my past that has caused me to be distrustful of anyone--even God. I know that Satan is out to stifle me any way he can. But Jesus, You came, died and live again--all for me and any of Your followers. Because of You I have a beautiful life overflowing with wonderful thngs. Lord, I choose to trust in You. I have confidence and peacefulness because of You. You are making everything plain and clear to me. Thank You for You abundance to my life.
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So folks, how will you be feeling next Sunday night?
Overflow with thanksgiving.
Sisterly love to all, Wynndy
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