Good morning everyone,
I'm not exactly sure what Father is saying to me through this devotional this morning. I often can tell what He is "Getting at" when I read these messages from THE PASSION TRANSLATION. I will need to ponder on this today.
Today is a special day in our family. My husband, Robert, turns 70 years old. I think I'll share what I posted on Facebook this morning about that. Please send him prayers for a joy-filled day as he drives tractor all day--doing what he loves the most!!!
Please join me in wishing my sweetie a happy 70th birthday today. We had Robert's party last Sabbath because he is happily driving tractor all day today. Maybe I'll catch a ride with him this afternoon. Thanks go out to our daughter-in-law for elegantly decorating the cake and our future daughter-in-law for making him a sour cream raisin pie which is one of his favorites.
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Following through on our promises is as important as the vows we make. In fact, it is even more valuable. If we do not faithfully do what we promise, then our word means nothing to others. Instead of building bridges of trust, we tear at the fabric of our own character. We cannot forget the power of keeping our promises. It is not too late to do what we said we would. Importantly, we should also consider how we can transform going forward. Instead of overpromising and underdelivering, we can ask God to help us be discerning in the yeses we offer.
When we are honest about what we can do and don’t offer an inflated idea of our potential, we are able to take the small steps toward rebuilding trust. When we realize that we’ve overpromised, let’s be honest about it and ask for forgiveness. Honesty is the critical first step in restoration. And when others fail to meet our expectations, we can also offer compassion and tender mercy to them, giving them the chance that we hope for.
Restorer, thank you for the permission to say no to things without feeling guilty. Help me be selective about the promises I make so that I have the ability and resources to meet them. |
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A lover of God who is poor and promises nothing is better than a rich liar who never keeps his promises. |
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