I have a very analytical mind, and I love applying logical reasoning. I have a strong desire to figure things out and make things work. I can be a very solution-driven person. I love if-then statements; if this, then do this, else do this. I love being a computer programmer because you need the patience to write and edit existing code. You need the ability to pay attention to details, a high degree of creativity, and an innate desire to learn. But life isn't an if-then statement, so attempting to use this logic in my walk with Christ has been very frustrating.
God's logic and my logic don't match. His thoughts are higher than mine. His ways are better than mine. Although the if-then statements work sitting at a desk behind a computer screen, it doesn't apply to every area of my life. God has used these gifts He has given me in the devotionals I have written. He has given me the creativity to make the stories come alive. As well as placed the desire in me to learn His word, along with the gift to pay attention to details and the patience to write. But I must remember that he determines the results.
The devotional "Blinded By Sight: The Heart Matters" talks about life and some of the trials and tribulations that we face on our Christian journey.
Some steps I have continually taken are:
Accept that the Lord’s way is always better. “For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the Lord. For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts.” Isaiah 55:8-9
Don’t allow your desires to become an obstacle to God’s plan. “Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world. And the world passeth away, and the lust thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth for ever. 1 John 2:15-17
Seek the Lord’s will. “And I say unto you, Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you. For every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened.” Luke 11:9-10
By doing these things…over time, I’ve been learning how to incorporate Christ into every area of my life.
Below are two books that God has inspired me to write. "The Flip Side" and "Blinded By Sight: The Heart Matters" both available now.
So… what’s this book about?
“The Flip Side” depicts the possible feelings and emotions of lesser-known Biblical characters as they navigated their lives in the shadows of the more popular characters in the Bible. While the Bible gives us snippets of their stories, we are usually left in the dark about their true motives, desires, and thoughts concerning the situations they are in. However, one certainty is that despite how little we know about these characters, they were often the catalysts to pivotal moments in the main characters’ lives.
So… what’s this book about?
Join me on a journey of self-discovery. “Blinded by Sight - The Heart Matters” is a compilation of short biblical devotions. These stories are not conclusive. They are depictions of how God is revealing my heart to me.
My prayer is, Lord, make it real for me, show me your heart, show me my heart, and give me the wisdom to change what hinders my relationship with you. I am learning that my perception is my biggest obstacle it affects my mind, what I think, and how I process my experiences. What I have experienced in my mind is expressed through my feelings and these experiences dictate my choices either consciously or subconsciously.
This devotional will allow you to explore and evaluate your past and present situations that have hindered you from seeing the heart of the matter. Simply put, look at the heart – it does matter. Your future depends on it!
I sought the Lord, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears. Psalms 34:4
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