Tuesday, March 3, 2015

Fighting the Enemy of Self

When the thought arises that you want to pay someone back and express how you feel in a negative way, or do something else to make a person, who has offended you uncomfortable, think twice!

Strange things have a way of  happening, sooner or later, that affect those who have wronged you, but also to those who plot revenge. Yet, sometimes it isn't the individual who is the foe, but us!  That one who stares back at you in the mirror. There is simply no one that needs to be held accountable, but us!

Think of those times you really wanted to blame someone else.  Remember those moments when others found out the truth about you.  Consider the promises you made to self you would change. Taking a moment, saying a prayer like the one below, will empower you.  You will get back on track when you are willing to overcome your selfish ways and negative thoughts about self and others.

"Lord, I need your help today.  I am dealing with some weaknesses within that have been interrupting me at work, home, and elsewhere.  I really want to do some things differently today, but inside of me I am hindering myself from doing what is right.  Give me the strength this day to overcome! (You might want to say this a few times).  Bless me with the wisdom, patience and inner peace to come up higher.  I don't want to do or say anything more that is going to keep me out of your will.  Show me what I am supposed to do and put in me the spirit to live righteously today. In Jesus name."

When you have a moment, allow God to guide you to a passage of scripture in his Bible.  You will find something in his word that will give you some insight about your personal issues.

It's as simple as that!  A prayer and bible reading as often as you can.  Walk in love, Saint and look out for God's miracles, signs and wonders!

Nicholl McGuire shares spiritual insight on YouTube channel: nmenterprise7  



 

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