Discipline

Hebrews 12:11 (MSG) At the time, discipline isn't much fun. It always feels like it's going against the grain. Later, of course, it pays off handsomely, for it's the well-trained who find themselves mature in their relationship with God.

I can agree with this. I disciplined my children and now I assist with the disciplining of my grandchildren. I do it because I love. I see beneath the selfish, pouting lip greatness and know it will only be revealed by my decision to stand firm.

My God can see way beyond what I can see, in me. He has lovingly fenced me in (a huge yard now). At first I was on a tight leash, then a longer rope, then untethered in a small paddock and now a larger one.

What has changed? I've learned to discipline myself, my mind especially, my emotions that feed on my mind and my actions that result.

I cannot allow my emotions to escape like a fist full of hot air balloons. They will all fly everywhere, cause chaos and burst.

My Mind must submit to Christ. Why? Because His plans are higher than mine, His thoughts are greater than mine and I want His greatness.

The more I focus on Him the more fun my experience has become, He really does have great plans for me, they are WOW! and Double WOW!

How great is our God! Amen!