Staying on Track

This morning I woke up asking God to help me serve with patience and love today. I repeated it as I did my hair. I sent up another quick word as I logged on to my computer at work.

I need to keep myself reminded, so I can stay on task when the moments arise. I used to keep little notes posted in my cubicle at my old office. It always helps to randomly look up and see the Word of the Lord staring you in the face. Kinda keeps you on your toes.

I should probably set some reminders up in this office pretty soon... Scratch that, today.

David consistently reminded himself of the things of God when He faced adversity. Whatever came His way, David encouraged himself in the Lord. (1 Samuel 30:6) When he was feeling weak, he reminded himself of the strength of God who was with him. (Psalm 89:8) When David was afraid, he brought to his thoughts the security of the Lord. (Psalm 9:9) As David wrestled with sin, He looked to the heavens for inspiration to stay on the right road. (Psalm 6:2)

It takes an effort to stay on the right path. We so easily slip into sin sometimes when we get overwhelmed. That's why it's important to keep the word of the Lord ever before us. It should be ringing in our ears, marinating in our hearts, and on a constant playback in our minds.

How do you stay reminded of who you are in Christ? How do you keep yourself from slipping into reckless behavior?

Verse of the Day: Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee. Psalm 119:11