As you go about your morning routine today, remember that Jesus is there with you. He loves to hear your voice and gather you close to His heart.
Talk to Him. Lay all that weighs heavily on you at His feet. He already knows all the things vying for your attention and the stress it causes. Allow yourself time to just be and let it all wait a bit, as you renew and refresh your mind, body, and spirit in the presence of God. It’s healing. It’s holy. It’s good.
You are enough and He has equipped you to handle what will come your way with His strength, wisdom, and compassion. You are loved. Peace be with you.
What fruit of the spirit would like more of in this life season you are in right now?
For me, I need more peace and glimpses of joy regardless of the chaos swirling around me and the circumstances that I cannot control.
Father,
I pray that you surround us with Your presence as we venture out today. Guide us into the plans You have for us. Thank You for being our guide and protection. May we leave the people that we cross paths with better than before. Give us open eyes, ears, and hearts so we may discover the treasures and delights You have scattered along today’s journey.
“Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near.” Philippians 4:4
Go gently into the world today; gentle with yourself and gentle with others.
Go gently as your day unfolds; watch and see who He places in your path.
Go gently letting Kindness guide you, as He opens doors of opportunity to react with softness and tenderness in a world that is suffering, harsh and rough.
Go gently letting Goodness be your guide, as you bump against those facing pain, loss and trials beyond your understanding.
Go gently letting Peace direct your steps, as you navigate a world full of anger, hurt, and division.
Go gently letting Joy take you on a journey of delightful surprises, unexpected beauty and infectious hope that spills and washes over those you encounter.
Go gently letting Love permeate your words and actions as you interact with another who is greatly and extravagantly loved by the Father.
Go gently letting Patience fill you up as you pray for endurance and perseverance for the one struggling to keep up, fearing they will never be enough.
Go gently letting Self-Control infuse you with strength and discernment as temptations and distractions attempt to pierce and blindside as the enemy slithers and prowls.
Go gently letting Faithfulness and devotion keep you in tune with the heart of the Father as you sit at His feet, quench your thirst with Life giving water and feast at His banqueting table.
Go gently, the Lord is near.
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23 (NIV)
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