"Guts and glory" is a phrase so many of us have heard. In the process of my own fleshly battles these last few weeks, this phrase has been rolling around in my head. I ask myself, "Will I make decisions based on my 'guts' or flesh or will I be willing to tap into the Father's heart 'glory' and be led by the Spirit?
My flesh or angry instincts often get me into trouble. I don't recommend anyone burn rubber in an attempt to let others know you don't like their driving decisions. We all let our emotions lead us around at times. Do we really want to be the stubborn bull with the ring in the nose? Not I.
In order to assure that I be lead by GLORY more, I made an acronym to remind me to calm down and seek Him first.
God
Loves
Our
Requesting
Yells - for HIS help
I hope this helps you or inspires you to find a way to put on the brakes of making hasty decisions, that always have some sort of sour consequences anyway. His grace is sufficient, most definitely, and I am not denying that truth. However, He is always there to listen, calm, and guide..and lead us with a firm, loving hand on the shoulder. Always.
"So let God work his will in you. Yell a loud no to the Devil and watch him scamper. Say a quiet yes to God and he’ll be there in no time. Quit dabbling in sin. Purify your inner life. Quit playing the field. Hit bottom, and cry your eyes out. The fun and games are over. Get serious, really serious. Get down on your knees before the Master; it’s the only way you’ll get on your feet." (James 4:8 MSG)
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