I have to admit it was a long weekend. Jacob and Jozie’s wedding is done, and it was really a lot of work. I have to say I’m glad. My brother and sister (Ben and Emily) were up here and it was so good to see them again. I really enjoyed the time we got to spend together. They’ll be back up again in September for another wedding. Excellent. I started writing my speech for graduation today. I’ve got a good start, but I want to finish it up tomorrow so I can start editing it.
Today was a good day. This morning God showed me very clearly an attitude of envy, and selfishness that I have. So all during breakfast I was convicted. After breakfast I was repenting, and then during our strategic planning we watched a movie that was both encouraging and confirming. He really pointed out that I need to give Him control. Praise and recognition are His, not mine. When they’re not mine I don’t have to worry about them. It’s irrelevant. God can do whatever He wants with His praise and recognition. I have this picture of the whole thing in my head, but I don’t know how to type it out.
Psalm 76:10 Surly the wrath of man shall praise thee: the remainder of wrath shalt thou restrain.
I’m not sure what this means, but I really like the wording and contrast.
Proverbs 8:35-36 For whoso findeth me findeth life, and shall obtain favor of the LORD. But he that sinneth against me wrongeth his own soul: all they that hate me love death.
Wisdom is speaking. It is important, vital to be seeking after, chasing, striving for wisdom.