Scripture for consideration: Ephesians 4:29-32
"Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as Christ God forgave you."
This scripture actually came into my heart last night, as I sat slightly aggravated at my current situation. I was so, so frustrated because my husband kept falling asleep after I had asked him many, many times to put away the dishes. I was upset because I felt I had already done so much, and that asking him to do that one little thing should have been no problem. I felt upset that he was being so LAZY. I wanted to scream at him, tell him how lazy he was and how unhelpful he had been the last few days. I wanted to let him have a piece of my mind. I quickly came to my senses. I had every right to be upset- but what good would screaming, yelling and tearing my husband down with words do but get me into a tizzy and looking crazy...? no good. So, I let myself cool down, composed myself, woke him up, and un-aggravated we went to bed.
He got up at 6:30, he fed the baby, woke up our oldest son, received his little cousin that I babysit and then put away the dishes- waking me up right before he left at 8:30. I was happy. I got to sleep in a few hours, and the dishes were put away! I kind of felt silly for being so upset the night before. It ended up done, maybe not exactly when I wanted it to be done, but it was done.
This may be the most important verse I've considered this week. I have trouble keeping my mouth under control. I tend to say things without thinking, and disregarding whether it benefits my children, or others, who are listening to my conversation. I also seem to say things that break people down rather than build them up. I do this mostly to my husband. I don't think I really mean to... It just happens that way. I'm really trying to make a change though. I realize I need to rid myself of the anger and bitterness I have at some of the situations I encounter. I need to quit bickering with people over things that aren't that serious. I need to have patience with people. I know I need to focus on being more Christ-Like in all that I do, rather than just in certain situations. I need to quit bringing up past offences and forgive and forget. I must do these things because this is what I am called to do. I'm told that this is what God requires of us. That's not to say I can't ever be angry or upset... Because we're not perfect. God knows this, and we can be forgiven because Jesus came and took those sins and burdens for us.
I am thankful, Lord, for that sacrifice.
"Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as Christ God forgave you."
He got up at 6:30, he fed the baby, woke up our oldest son, received his little cousin that I babysit and then put away the dishes- waking me up right before he left at 8:30. I was happy. I got to sleep in a few hours, and the dishes were put away! I kind of felt silly for being so upset the night before. It ended up done, maybe not exactly when I wanted it to be done, but it was done.
This may be the most important verse I've considered this week. I have trouble keeping my mouth under control. I tend to say things without thinking, and disregarding whether it benefits my children, or others, who are listening to my conversation. I also seem to say things that break people down rather than build them up. I do this mostly to my husband. I don't think I really mean to... It just happens that way. I'm really trying to make a change though. I realize I need to rid myself of the anger and bitterness I have at some of the situations I encounter. I need to quit bickering with people over things that aren't that serious. I need to have patience with people. I know I need to focus on being more Christ-Like in all that I do, rather than just in certain situations. I need to quit bringing up past offences and forgive and forget. I must do these things because this is what I am called to do. I'm told that this is what God requires of us. That's not to say I can't ever be angry or upset... Because we're not perfect. God knows this, and we can be forgiven because Jesus came and took those sins and burdens for us.
I am thankful, Lord, for that sacrifice.
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