by Kristin Smith |
Finding balance in my life
has always been a
challenge.
I'm the kind of person that takes on a lot,
even when maybe
I shouldn't.
I know I'm not superwoman,
and
I know how to say
"No."
It often seems that
just when I think I have everything
under control
something always
tips the scale
in the other direction.
But, the truth
lies in my
priorities.
Often when things feel like
chaos,
I find that I've allowed my priorities to
shift out of their rightful order.
I've stopped
keeping the first thing
first.
Lately,
it's been
Writing, Family, then God.
And it's not working
for me.
by Andrea Brancaccio |
I know what I must do.
I've discovered the
secret:
Time spent
with
God
is time
multiplied.
When my priorities are right
there is
harmony.
When there is harmony,
there is
rest.
Is your life in balance
or are you
struggling
amidst the chaos?
The Lord says:
"Come to me,
all you who are weary and burdened,
and I will give you rest.
Take my yoke upon you and learn from me,
for I am gentle and humble in heart,
and you will find rest for your souls.
For my yoke is easy and
my burden is light."
Matthew 11:28-30
by Jesse Therrien |
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Hello Lovelies
I'm Courtney.
I am a Christ-follower, wifey, mama and writer.
Baxtron{Life} is my creative outlet.
It's a blog about all the things
that flow in and out of my life.
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Hey Laura, this is so good! I struggle with this a lot too. Thanks for the encouragement! =)
ReplyDeleteAlesha <3
Such an inspiring post! I must say that since my mother suddenly passed away last February my life has been in chaos but I turn to God for renewal, peace and understanding so that I place my priorities first -- my family, God and healing my heart. Thank you for sharing!
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I agree, harmony can be tough to find!
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Hi Melanie…I use Disqus, make sure you are active on the specific post you are trying to comment on and let it load. It may not work from all mobile devices. XO Courtney
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Great Encouragement!
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