Working Hard

There are so many things in this life that cause us to be sad, frustrated, angry and sorrowful.  Right now it is especially hard for some of my friends and family in their daily life.  It is always the easier thing to do to remain in the mindset of hopelessness. 

Something I have been working hard at these last few weeks is to keep my mind focused on working for Jesus.  I have found that in some of the most challenging times at work that those were prime opportunities to please God.  When I choose to work for Jesus, it makes my day so much more peaceful and joyful.  Not necessarily easier, but much more rewarding and satisfying.  Choosing to do something for God's glory brings the fruit of the Spirit.  When we let Jesus be our strength, the Holy Spirit works and provides fruit.  Love, joy, peace, patience, self-control, kindness...etc. And when I have the fruit of the Spirit alive in my life, that definitely brings HOPE!

Something else I have been meditating on is truth about God being pleased with me.  When I choose to do the Lord's will (love Him and other's) God is pleased with me.  I have no one else to please.  That's it.  I am justified and sanctified through the blood of Jesus and I am free.  I am freed from the pressures of this world and the law.  Praise the Lord!!