I read this this morning and it really counteracted what I was feeling HERE. This took away the craziness I was feeling inside and gave me peace and showed me what was important. Thank you Lord
FEELING ACCOMPLISHED?
People often feel great when they get things accomplished. That is most likely what they will share with others too. Things like how their to do list got accomplished, or how the canning got completed, or the laundry got all caught up. These are great things, and I feel good too, when I get lots done. I've been thinking today that maybe we need to celebrate some other, less discussed accomplishments. The ones that perhaps aren't as tangible and yet probably carry more weight. Things like: I greeted my husband with a smile and a hug, even though I was angry with him, or I did not yell when my toddler broke eggs all over the rug. How about these? I prayed instead of complained when I was frustrated with my workload, or I praised, kissed and hugged my teens today even though some of their behaviour is disappointing.
These are the bigger accomplishments in my mind. Holding the tongue, showing love, controlling feelings, and behaving with grace and mercy, even when we don't feel like it. Now those types of things are worth their weight in gold and are big accomplishments. They are examples of bearing the fruit of the Spirit, and are worth celebrating and sharing. Love Michelle {{Above Rubies}}
Thanks for sharing! That really encouraged me!
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Marla
Very wise words. It's good to look at the little things that are important.
ReplyDeleteYes, little things add up! I'm sure that you are doing a great job for your family.
ReplyDeleteGreat share, Mary-Girl...I realize that often times I blogged because I longed to be heard...to be "recognized." I think we women often crave that boost to our self-worth, but really we need to be content even if no one recognizes what we do, or we feel like no one cares to listen to us...because Jesus does, and He is all that we need. And when, for His glory, we hold our saucy tongues, tame our firey tempers, or serve instead of demanding to be served, He knows, He sees, and He delights in us. That is praise, indeed.
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Lori
This is good Lori!
DeleteEverything I do is for the Lord, that is what I need to keep reminding myself. Not just the things that people see. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you for your wise words. I miss getting around to see you.
ReplyDeleteBlessings, Dawn
Yes, thank you for that! Just keep on doing all the little things that need doing. Sometimes it discourages me, but my husband keeps reminding me to be joyful.
ReplyDeleteWishing you joy in all your daily accomplishments.
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Wonderful!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI love when we get a good word like that exactly when we need it. What truth she has to share!
This is ssssoooo good! Thankyou for sharing.
ReplyDeleteWhat a precious thought to hold onto when we start trying to validate our days (and ourselves)by our to-do lists--thank you so much for sharing this!
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