Your Spiritual Journey Will Be Celebrated In Heaven and Story Remembered On Earth

Your Spiritual Journey Will Be Celebrated In Heaven and Story Remembered On Earth It’s human nature to act on desires of the heart. But what happens when we’re told that our actions are wrong. We may defend taking from an employer citing that, “they have more than enough, they will not miss it.” How would we react to a co-worker who condemns our actions? Would it sit well if a friend cashed our check and took ½ for himself? If a man proclaimed to a single woman that he is unhappily married, she may justify an affair to fulfill her loneliness. How would she respond when called an adulterer? Would she embrace a woman whom came between her and her spouse? If a young child is caught bullying another for his lunch, money or toys, how might he respond to being bullied incessantly? Many of us have been guilty of acting on selfish desires denying that our deeds are deceitful, ruthless, or hurtful. How different is “a little white lie” to get what we want than a horrific act of violence and hatred without remorse? Is it okay to inflict pain on another because of her dishonest past? Our personal “sinful thoughts” are not exempt and carry great weight into the development of our moral values and faith. When challenged with righteous opposition, how often do concede to good virtue? What keeps anyone from doing what is right and just? Our spiritual life story is ongoing and our earthly biography and their direction toward our end are in our hands. Our victories are easily recalled and celebrated. However, it’s unsettling to the self-centered heart when our moral conscience is challenged. Our errors of yesterday are written and cannot be omitted. But our future can be transformed and legacy improved. How we will write our future? Will we live in fear of man or God? Will our egos keep us from admitting we were wrong or will we listen, learn and embrace the gifts of repentance, self-control and our spiritual conscience? God will forgive, love and reward a remorseful heart. Why would we ever fear man or feed an egocentric ego? Get to know the Holy Spirit that lives in you. Lead boldly as you stand up against sinfulness and self-serving ideals. Self fulfillment lies in your relationship and trust in God through His Son Jesus Christ. As you encounter your daily trials, tribulations and decisions ask, “Jesus, if You were in my shoes, what would You do?” Spend quiet and meaningful time seeking your answers from your Spirit in Christ. Jesus, not man, knows how best to serve, reward and lead you higher. Graces, blessings and life’s joys are experienced through your faith, trust and hope in Christ. Keep your sight focused on the Lord for you will not be led astray. Follow with confidence in the footsteps of Christ. Your spiritual journey will be celebrated in Heaven and your story remembered on Earth.