Doing Good?

Last week I talked about doing good. I guess I have really been moved to see what is in my hands and what is in my reach. What do I have access to in order to make a difference?

I sometimes feel like I am stuck in a box, but then I am reminded how others are needing me to be stuck in a box. I don't need to be out there changing the world when I have lives right here that need my help. Make sense?

This goes back to my discussion several weeks ago about "is it worth it?" I think God is wanting us to get rid of all the "extras" and focus on what He has put right in the palm of our hands! Why do I sometimes feel like that isn't enough?

I know that culture and my own "comparison games" get me into a lot of thoughtful trouble. I once again need to be reminded of who I am in Christ, and I also need to realize that I will NEVER be truly happy and fulfilled unless I am doing His will (John 15:4). In Christ, I have the courage and confidence to walk with my head held high!

Let's get past the lies and emotions that lead us to believe that we are somehow not doing enough or that we can never do any good. Let's trust God to lead us to use what is in our hands!

"Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me." Psalm 51:10

How do you remind yourself of God's purposes and plans?