God has clearly given me the message that self-control and discipline are important character traits. This has been the area of focus in my devotional this past week from "The Strength of Character - 7 Essential Traits of a Remarkable Life" by Charles R Swindoll; I've encountered it in various books and verses, and I've heard it in messages. While I've always considered myself a fairly disciplined and self-controlled person; it has actually been an encouragement. It gives me the extra motivation and jump start when I need it for starting my Bible Study preparation, for areas I don't feel motivated to work on, or for dealing with health challenges.
This weekend was actually quietly encouraging. There were no exciting shout-from-the mountaintop type moments, but, it was a cumulation of small special moments:
I had the time to send off a card to my friend to encourage her for her first recital for her doctoral program.
I was able to put together a Birthday gift and write a card for a friend, who was encouraged by it;
We were able to share with each other and laugh over some things going on in our lives;
We were able to go to dinner theater at church, where the message was that we should be open to how God chooses to use us in all different circumstances.
I was able exercise both days.
One person bought a book for me on the Great Pianists.
I was able to talk to one of the people I had "spoken the truth in love" with, and God affirmed that it was the right thing to do.
One person I was concerned about came back to class on Sunday, and had even sent me a thank you email.
My prayer is that God will continue to use me for His Work; that I may touch the lives of those around me and point them to God; and that He may continue to mold me, form me, and develop me into the person He wants me to be.
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