Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him. — James 1:12
When we stand the test, God takes note.
That person will receive the crown of life.
Just as God has promised to those who love Him.
This is home up the street that's being built entirely of shipping containers.
I had heard about this recently, but this is the first time we saw it in person!
Very interesting!
Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will. — Romans 12:2
It's hard not to confirm to the pattern of the world.
But God is ready to tranform us into something much better.
Renewing our mind so we can test and approve God's will for us.
His good, pleasing and perfect will.
Yesterday, my writing team took me out to lunch to celebrate Boss's Day.
I am blessed by my coworkers and friends.
Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will. — Romans 12:2
To be transformed by the renewing of our minds in Christ.
Not to conform to the pattern of this world.
All this so we will be able to test our for ourselves what God's will is for us.
To approve what He has in mind for us.
God's good, pleasing and perfect will for you and me.
Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him. — James 1:12
Fortunately, Kirk had visited him, his wife, and daughters on his trip to Akron a year and a half ago.
Still, it's hard to lose a relative.
But God calls us blessed to have persevered.
And now he has received the crown of life that God promises to those who love him.
Praise the Lord.
Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will. — Romans 12:1
But God wants something better for me.
He wants to transform me into His image and renew my mind.
He wants me to be able to test, discern, and approve what God's will is.
We already know that His will is good, pleasing and perfect.
God knows what's best for me.
Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. — Psalm 139:23
Kirk drove us to Jame and Katie's wedding shower.
It was a fun time to connect with friends and meet new ones.
But especially to celebrate with the happy couple.
And eat fruit, veggies, and cake. Yum!
Here's James a year ago at Christmas, visiting us in San Diego.
Kirk's holding the Christmas ornament he made in preschool.
A snowman with James' face on it.
Way too cute.
Search me, God, and know my heart.
Test me and know my anxious thoughts.
Cover those who are anxious in Ukraine with your peace that passes our understanding.
Investigate my life, O God, find out everything about me; Cross-examine and test me, get a clear picture of what I’m about; See for yourself whether I’ve done anything wrong— then guide me on the road to eternal life. — Psalm 139:23 (The Message)
Today I went for a 2.5 mile walk with friends around our neighborhood.
When I got home I did 30 minutes of yoga on YouTube.
Then Abby and I went for a 45 minute swim at the local YMCA.
Later, I had some middle and high school girls over for crafts and Bible study.
We sit outside with masks and socially distance.
As we were putting away the chairs afterward, we saw a bunny up on the steps near our bank.
They love to come out at dusk.
Search me, O God.
Get a clear picture of what I'm about.
Then guide me on the road to eternal life.
