There’s this small activity I’d love you to join me in doing. I believe it will bring a huge smile to your face and your heart. Will you indulge me for a moment?
Heart-Warming Activity:
- Think all the way back to the moment right before you were saved. Was it 10 years ago or 10 minutes ago?
- Think of that old you visiting the new you today? What would she notice about you? About your life, attitudes, and perspective? About what God has done? What he has given you?
- Note how far you’ve come. How faithful God is. All the small things you take for granted.
We usually can’t see what’s behind us. This means while we’ve run 10,000 miles, we usually keep our eyes stuck on the ten feet we’ve got to go, rather than the 9,990 miles we’ve come. We forget to celebrate the goodness, the providence and the wonderfulness of God.
I believe the Lord delights when we stop our race for just a moment, set down our plans and celebrate what He’s done. He’s done a lot, hasn’t He? In so many ways, He’s filled our cups, hasn’t He? Beyond measure, He’s done a good work, hasn’t He?
He’s carried us far.
He’s changed our minds.
He’s reshaped our worlds.
He’s increased joy.
He’s given us wisdom.
He’s gotten us out of trouble.
Take note of all that God has done.
“Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!” Phil. 4:4
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This did bring a smile to my face. Only, I’m not sure the old me would like the new me very much. And I’m OK with that! Thanks for giving me a little perspective this morning!
This little exercise was a gift, Kelly!
Happier Tuesday!
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Amen, yes He is so so so Good! He’s done so much and to pause seeing those things He is doing is so important!
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Great exercise Kelly! Simple, yet effective. 🙂
This was a true gift today. Thank you!
I was 11 when I got saved. I think even that girl would be a little amazed and maybe a little disappointed that she wasn’t more persistant in spiritual warfare.
What a great exercise, Kelly! It’s so easy to forget what God has done and as you said, look at the 10 feet ahead of us. Thanks for the reminder to be thankful for His grace. Thanks, too, for hosting each week. Blessings!
So true: “This means while we’ve run 10,000 miles, we usually keep our eyes stuck on the ten feet we’ve got to go, rather than the 9,990 miles we’ve come.” Celebrating our past victories with God is essential. Thanks, Kelly.
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Thank you Kelly, I am new to your blog & link up. That was a good thought, I am still reflecting upon….. I’ve known the Lord for 38 years now…
The biggest change my young self would see I believe is a bold & courageous woman of God, who has walked (& been carried by Him many times) through many trials, traumas & adventures & through Him triumphed.
You are invited to join me in a cup of inspiration, you will be most welcomed.
Jennifer
That did warm my heart! Thanks!
What a great reminder to pause and see how far we have come. Thank you!