Hi guys, in recent times I have been discovering a lot about myself. One discovery has been in the area of pride, and if undealt with, its potentially detrimental ramifications. So, the not so random thought is to root out the areas of pride in life.
Matthew 7:7 says “Ask, and it shall be given to you; seek, and you shall find; knock, and the door shall be opened unto you”
There is a high possibility that there is pride in the ways I “seek”. Sometimes the “seeking” that I undergo mentioned in Matthew 7:7 comes from place devoid of humility. I search for solutions where I think solutions should be, where the world says I can generally find them or where I think I am most safe and least vulnerable. My fear of not being able to digest the best answer leads to the discovering ‘feasible’ answers that are not necessarily God’s desired plan. The narrow scope I apply to seeking comes from a place of pride. A place where I believe I know best. I need to accept that the complete death to flesh is an often painful process. Not laying down my life for Christ is an act of self-sabotage. By willingly narrowing the scope, I simultaneously make counterfeit solutions more attractive.
So, when you say you have looked everywhere you can, have you really? As opposed to looking through your narrow lens, ask God to reveal where you should be looking.
Now, onto the main bit…
This is actually an impromptu post, meaning that I planned to speak about something completely different. But at this current moment in time, this is what’s most pressing on my heart right.
In the past I journaled here and there, not really understanding the reasons for it. A few friends had recommended journaling too, stating how it had really worked for them. However, in spite of all the glowing reviews, I was hesitant to try it out. But like in many areas of life, in order to extract the value, you need to fully commit yourself. So recently I decided to commit to journaling and discover its value. I am grateful I took the step because discovering and experiencing its value made me fully understand the ‘hype’. Personal, 1st person experience strengthened my faith in the process of journaling.
I have to remind myself that my blog is not a substitute to my personal journal.
Back in my day, when revising for exams, I would often use a technique called blurting. This essentially refers to getting a blank piece of paper and regurgitating all the information in my brain onto the piece of paper. I would use this technique at the start of my revision sessions to assess where I was. I liken blurting to journaling because with journaling, I can assess and reflect on every area of my life by emptying my thoughts onto the blank piece of paper.
Journaling is a point of contact to God.
It’s your stream of consciousness.
It’s a process of finding.
It’s a process of reflection.
it’s a process of improvement.
It forms your secret place.
It’s a process of encouragement.
It can be a short process.
It can be a long process.
It can be a gradual process.
It’s best when repeated.
It’s a liberating process.
It’s a place of honesty.
A place of vulnerability.
A mentally fortifying process.
It allows you to change.
It’s a discipline.
It’s a commitment.
It’s a simple tool that has helped me.
So, it’s a simple tool that can help you too.
Never underestimate the power of Journaling!
Stay blessed and Deep In Thought!
'Not laying down my life for Christ is an act of self-sabotage' this is gold
Amazing bro. Your story shifted my perspective completely🫶🏾