But all joking aside, I find that when I fail to plan my day, my day plans me. And that's never a good thing! Stressful, overwhelmed and burnt out is not what God has for His daughters. When your load becomes to much to bear and then becomes a burden, something is out of line... "Cast your burden on the Lord and He shall sustain you; He shall never permit the righteous to be moved." Psalm 55:22. Hmmm.. Let that one soak in for a bit. So, Lord you will take my burden? Why then do I insist on dragging it with me?! Another good one, pride and self reliance. Ouch! Am I speaking to just myself? Or can I get an amen?!!
If I don't start my day off the right way then I try and do everything in my own strength. Which is next to impossible. I have GOT to get in the Word and in prayer before anything else. Which isn't always easy. Being a wife, mommy, homemaker, church assistant, jewelry maker and part time super hero can take a toll on this girl if I'm not prepared. A soilder doesn't go out to battle without his camo and weapons, he would be taken out in an instant! Same thing here, gotta put on the whole armor of God! Everyday. Get ready for the day before your day takes you some place you don't want to go.
We make time for what is important, and the most important person should be Jesus, He is Lord. He is the only One who can sustain you and refresh you. Call on Him, He's waiting, with loving open arms. Pray that He would take your burden and renew your vision. He most definately filled me up today when I was down. Thank you Daddy. Make time, it's worth it!
Off to bed, back in action tomorrow.. ZZZzzzz... Much love, Ashley.
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