A Spirit of Love and Sound Mind
For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.—2 Timothy 1:7 (NKJV)
And the world is passing away along with its desires, but whoever does the will of God abides forever.—1 John 2:17 (ESV)
Where do you place your worth? Does your confidence and happiness shift with the amount in your bank account or your latest accomplishment? When you shape your identity by doing God’s will, you’ll discover a new peace—and recognize the value in dedicating yourself to doing God’s work.
Lord, when I get confused or distracted by worldly goods turn my focus to what is most important—my relationship with You.
For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.—2 Timothy 1:7 (NKJV)
Go to the ant, you sluggard; consider its ways and be wise! It has no commander, no overseer or ruler, yet it stores its provisions in summer and gathers its food at harvest.—Proverb s 6:6–8 (NIV)
To all perfection, I see a limit, but your commands are boundless.—Psalm 119:96 (NIV)