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Taking Active Steps to Grow

10/18/2013

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Love the study notes for 1 Corinthians 13: from the Life Application Study Bible:

"The Corinthians were called to examine and test themselves to see if they really were Christians. Just as we get physical checkups, Paul urges us to give ourselves spiritual checkups. We should look for a growing awareness of Christ’s presence and power in our lives. Only then will we know if we are true Christians or merely imposters. If we’re not taking active steps to grow closer to God, we are drawing further away from him."



So how do I go about checking myself and taking active steps to grow closer to God?
I imagine that I need to read scripture and see how I measure up.. also to spend time in awe and in worship, just being amazed at who God is.. that is a way I grow closer.. Also the events of life that lay me low give me an opportunity to look up and see my Heavenly Father more clearly.


Yesterday  and Wednesday were really hard days.. I was confused part of the day.. couldn't figure out how to call someone on my cell phone..  I cancelled my days and rested.. it was the best medicine. When all I can do is be.. not do.. then I can be more aware of who is holding me.. and then I can listen to some music and join in with the lyrics as I am resting.. 


Those days I need to hide "under the shelter of His wings".. I need to draw close so I don't get lost or too upset about having a bad day.. and it seems that God always gives me an opportunity to love someone .. this time it was a sister in Christ who needed a virtual hug.. I am in awe.. I am growing close... and my check up is favorable!
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