Thoughts and Attitudes

As I have just completed the series "Be Ye transformed, Renewing your mind" by Nancy Missler. I am reminded once again of how much I am NOT in control of my life. It is a constant battle, but a rewarding one. I learned some steps that may help you in your battle. By renewing our minds, we are to capture each thought, (we are not responsible for our thoughts, it is what we do with them once they come into our minds!)
2 Corinthians 10:5-6. I've learned over the past couple years that "His ways are not my ways, neither are His thoughts my thoughts.."Isaiah 55:8-9. He refreshes my memory everyday regarding that verse! I continue to struggle with my thoughts and "my own ways." He gently reminds me to be willing to present my body as a living sacrifice, Hebrews 11:11; To be willing to deny myself or lay myself down. Phil 3:8-15, to obey His will no matter what, 2 Corinthians 8:11, and to "take every thought captive" 2 Cor 10:5-6. As a Christian, I realize that if I struggle with those very things, then other Christians must have the same struggle. My prayer for you is that you can learn to capture each negative thought and give it up to Him.

I have had people ask me lately how the one year anniversary of Robins' departure to Heaven is going to affect me, and how I am doing with it.
I have faced many battles of my mind this year with losing Robin. The battles have been with the memories of her suffering and death which have been very painful for me. Even though I realize that she is in a better place, the question is am I in a better place! I never have missed anyone so much in my entire life as I have missed my precious daughter. There are no words to describe the pain. By giving those painful thoughts to the Lord, He is giving me His comfort in mighty ways. In answer to the question of "how am I going to handle it?" The same way I have handled it all along, I will probably cry, get mad, stomp my feet - "it's not fair" etc. etc. But! Along with that will be rivers of refreshing comfort from my Heavenly Father, peace that passes all understanding & a renewal of Hope from Him

Here are some steps by Nancy Missler that may help you:
1. Recognize, acknowlege and experience the thought; ask God to show you the truth.
2. Confess and repent 1 John 1:9 Unconditionally forgiving others.
3. Give everything not of faith over to Him.
4. Read His Word daily!

I hope my rambling has not confused you! Hey, this is just a blog! I trust God will be your comfort, healer, redeemer, and best friend as He has been to me.. By the way, November 4th is one year of Robin's death. Pray for little Christopher and Jason if you think of them. They have been real troopers this year and have kept the faith!

Blessings!

Gayle
P.S. Don't forget to hug your daughter!