Back to Basics

I had a long talk yesterday with 2 of sorority sisters. Its amazing how we can all be going through the same struggles in life and be in different places in our lives. The first conversation came in the morning and we discussed relationships with significant others, careers, and just life's trials & tribulations. I was both impressed and sadden by some of the things we shared. But through it all she has tried to remain focus on her relationship with God.

The second conversation was more geared towards me and my need to always be helpful to others. My giving spirit is both a blessing and a curse. I believed that we even discovered that I'm "Co-Dependent." WOW!!! A huge eye-opener. However what made the conversation even better was that she expressed some of the same issues within herself. But through it all she has also remained focus on her relationship with God.

So I reflect on both of these women and my own personal trials and I must admit I have lost my focus on my relationship with God. So with that being said things have been harder than ever for me to deal with. I know that he's there but I haven't called on him lately. I've been to church but I haven't done my own praying that I would usually do at home. I've just been taking the bumps and bruises. So enough is enough. Its time to get back to normal or some sense of it!

BACK TO BASICS
1. Wake up & give thanks to God
2. Pray
3. Put myself first
4. Be forgiving of others because God is forgiving of me
5. Pray some more

I'll leave you with this thought: Be strong in the Lord and his mighty power!