“Therefore let the one who thinks he stands firm [immune to temptation, being overconfident and self-righteous], take care that he does not fall [into sin and condemnation].” (1 Corinthians 10:12 AMP)
REFLECTION
This morning I felt ready to teach children the way they should go. And then as the day unfolded, flush with issues, I found irritation rising up within me and with it a bright red internal flag…alerting me to take deep breaths, quietly pray and stay mindful of God’s Word. As I did this, I found that I was able to help all my students, despite how I felt. Once I had completed all my lessons, I then spent time in honest prayer and asked the Lord what was really going on (beneath my feelings). And as I was quiet and let the Lord speak to my heart, I received a measure of clarity and I was comforted and encouraged. Let’s take care by staying alert and prayerful — irrespective of how we may feel — aware of the fragility of life and that we can be truly confident as we abide in Christ.
PRAYER POEM
LORD, thank You for Your amazing grace, which is always sufficient, regardless of how I feel or what I face. Help me to take care and stay prayerfully aware.
