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Most things that are to be accomplished begin with a well thought out plan, something that is actionable. A trip begins with directions and a destination to get there. Methods and principles are used to govern and control many areas of life and day to day functionality. Let's take for instance your car; if your alignment is out of whack it can cause immense problems in your ability to control the vehicle. It's functionality depends upon each tire being perpendicular to the ground and parallel with it's partner, both front and rear. There are methods for testing it and corrective actions that can make it perform optimally.
We travel the terrain of this world on a daily basis; work, friends, family, leisure and play; but have we stopped to make sure we are in alignment with God's will for our lives? How can we do this and know that we have it right?...What is the baseline?....How can you know when it's all set and you (the vehicle) are in true alignment? It begins by dissecting and establishing the main areas of life that we face collectively, daily. We begin by recognizing where our time is spent, what our overall mood is, our predominant thoughts, our areas of weakness, our strengths and making provision for the occasional what if (that would be the wild card) that seems to come your way (especially when you think you are fully aligned)
Naturally, there is a scripture for every area and facet of life (God is so wise) to provide to us a full recitation if we are inclined to search, learn and apply them. I have found several for the purpose of this topic that should at the least help you grab hold of the wheel in full confidence that progress can be made & maintained for you in your journey which ultimately means getting home, safe into the arms of God.
Dress for success... suit up before heading out...
Ephesians 6:11-18
11Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. 13Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.14Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness;15And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace;16Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.17And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God:18Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints;
To handle Stress...
1 Peter 5:7
7Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
To control our Language...
Ephesians 4:29
29Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers.
To have dominion over temptation....
1 Corinthians 10:13
13There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it
To witness to others.........
2 Timothy 4:2
Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all long suffering and doctrine
Psalm 51:12-13
12Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation; and uphold me with thy free spirit.
13Then will I teach transgressors thy ways; and sinners shall be converted unto thee.
To forgive and handle offenses...
Matthew 18:15
15Moreover if thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone: if he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother.
Keep ourselves in Prayer (constant contact) with God...
Psalm 55:17
17Evening, and morning, and at noon, will I pray, and cry aloud: and he shall hear my voice.
To handle our thoughts and actions...
Philippians 4:8
8Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.
Isaiah 26:3
3Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.
At work...
Col 3:23-24
And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men;Knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ.
Seek God ...
3 John 1:6
Which have borne witness of thy charity before the church: whom if thou bring forward on their journey after a godly sort, thou shalt do well:
To treat your spouse....
Eph 5:28
So ought men to love their wives as their own bodies. He that loveth his wife loveth himself.
Colossians 3:18
Wives, submit yourselves unto your own husbands, as it is fit in the Lord.
Lord, as we examine our personal alignment with you, we know that You are faithful to help us discover those areas that need attention. Lord, we surrender our vehicles to You for this ultimate correction. Help us to always stay consistent with this to diligently guard our paths and to maintain this proper way. Forgive us in our faulty planning and sidetracked ways. Help us to always discern the road blocks and detours that could lead to our detriment. We thank you in advance for the constant support and assistance available. Our on board OnStar is Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit, may we always remember to ask for this help. We pray in the mighty name of Jesus Christ Our Lord AMEN!
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