Let's Keep Pressing On...

Another friend mentioned to me today that her husband will most likely lose his job...I counted this morning in the Wall Street Journal article after article on store closings, job layoffs, and recession worthy news.

I want to keep my eyes focused on eternity...and heading forward, to avoid getting distracted, depressed or down. (Why do all of these types of words seem to always begin with d??) I read some thoughts recently from Steve Douglass, president of Campus Crusade for Christ, that are helping me stay focused and keep pressing on...

"KEY FACTS ABOUT GOD

He is sovereign. (God did not just fall off His throne.)
“To the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor and glory for ever and ever.” (1 Timothy 1:17)
The words of Daniel to Nebuchadnezzar:”…until you acknowledge that the Most High is sovereign over the kingdoms of men” (Daniel 4:25)
He loves us. (He always has our best interest in mind.)
“For God so loved the world…”(John 3:16)
“In all things God works for the good of those who love Him” (Romans 8:28)
He is aware. (This crisis and its impact on us has not escaped His notice.)
Read Psalm 139.
“And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered” (Matthew 10:30)

WHAT NOT TO DO
1. Fear/panic.
a. “There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear” (1 John 4:18)
b. “He delivered me from all my fears” (Psalm 34;4)
2. Quit (Philippians 3:12-14)
3. Worry/complain (Philippians 4:6-7)

THE GOOD THAT HAS RESULTED (Romans 8:28 promises this)

Non-Christians are more open to the gospel in times of crisis….
Christians are less prone to be self-reliant in crisis.
It’s a unique opportunity to let the light of Christ shine from us.
Financial shortages give us all opportunities to trim personal excess expenses.
It forces us to be creative in fresh ways, in order to be more effective in spite of the problem."

Dear Lord,

Help me to fix my eyes on You, the author and perfecter of my faith. Keep me focused and give me the ability and the mindset to press on and to glorify you. Thank you that you are sovereign and you have been and always will be on your throne, sovereign King of the universe.

Money Saving Tip for Today:

When you find an item you like on Craig's List and are unsure of its condition, email the seller, "On a scale of 1-10, with 10 being excellent condition, what condition would you say the item is in and why?" This will save you time and money, and help you to know if it's worth going after the item.

Now go and enjoy every moment!

Kim