Spiritual Awareness

8Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable - if anything is excellent or praiseworthy - think about such things. 9Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me - put it into practice, and the God of peace will be with you.

Philippians 4:8-9 (NIV)

• My human, worldly nature can at times cause me to dwell on negative things. Here in this scripture the LORD reminds me to focus in on and dwell on the positive.
  
• God's hands are in everything, so there are always pure and excellent and noble things to be seen in seemingly negative situations too.
  
• When we have God guarding our hearts and minds, He gives us the wisdom and knowledge to recognize these good and positive things.
  
• I must heed the LORD's instruction, and put into practice and exercise such good works in order to keep near to God.
  
• It's God's promise that when we keep Him as our divine guide and counselor, to guide and direct all of our ways, He will remain with us and bring peace in our lives.
• The rewards that God gives us for following after His instruction and excellent example can't be beat!
  

Dear Heavenly Father, I can't even comprehend how great You are and the depths of Your peace. I pray that I may be able to have enough understanding and wisdom to see Your glory in everything and everyone. I pray also that through You I may be able to turn every experience that I have into a Godly one. ~Amen