Smile Anyway

2 Corinthians 10:5 (MSG) We use our powerful God-tools for smashing warped philosophies, tearing down barriers erected against the truth of God, fitting every loose thought and emotion and impulse into the structure of life shaped by Christ.

Yesterday being my birthday I had to contain all selfish desires and attitudes which seem to crop up on my 'birthday'.

My pay did not go through and therefore a direct debit was defaulted with resultant charges. My boss thought nothing of the pain he had caused because he paid me, late.

After a week of struggle I had to go for a walk and deal with my attitude, which I did. 'I will bless, forgive, release'.

Family and friends had asked 'what do you want for your birthday?' and were told, then several went and bought what they wanted. Praise God I still love them. The rain came and threw all it had, but it had to leave, my God is bigger.

I had to go and see my doctor, at his request, after having tests and while waiting I checked my emails. I had a request for a second interview for a job I had applied for. Praise God!

The party went well but not quite as planned, but hey nothing did yesterday. My God is still on His throne and I will praise Him, I will trust him for He is good.

I am blessed with family and friends, I praise God for I am His. I have two loving dogs, I am alive, I am not struggling with cancer, perhaps dengue fever but not life and death stuff.

I felt as though the pressure on me to react, pout and cry were huge but I want the prize that only He can give. Amen!