Check Yourself

Good Morning!! Continuing to think about taking inventory of our lives, another important area to examine is our family relationships. Many of us will gather with our family members next week to celebrate Thanksgiving,...an especially good opportunity to reflect on our relationships with them. Ask some hard questions: 

• Am I holding on to bitterness toward a family member who has hurt me?  
• How is my lifestyle affecting other family members?  
• Is there someone in my family in need of more of my time and attention?
• Are my priorities in order?
  

The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him; though he may stumble, he will not fall, for the Lord upholds him with his hand.—Psalm 37:23,24 (NIV)
As you consider these questions and others, ask God to help you see clearly. The Bible tells us that He knows our undertakings and thoughts even before we act or think,...so be honest with Him about what you see, and feel. Always remember that God loves you, no matter what. He wants to help you in your family relationships,...and in every area of your life.

Focus on Jesus,...He will forgive you,...He will guide you,...and He will enable you to become the person He has called you to be. 

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Father God help us, as we examine our family relationships, let us see the places where we need to change, to grow. We thank You that You care about every detail of our lives. Forgive us for our failures,...and help us to set them right. Amen.

" If we are to have life ever lasting,...we must be born again."