The strong spirit of a man will sustain him in bodily pain or trouble, but a weak and broken spirit who can raise up or bear? (Proverb 18:14)
I heard yesterday how positive, strong, and upbeat Patrick always was or tried to be, laughing and playing jokes even at a barbeque a few weeks back. I think that that joy in the midst of anything is a great example to us.
---A few words from what I'm reading as I type;
I will invest myself completely in this day, inspired by the incontestable insight that no infirmity can infiltrate or injure the infrastructure of my invincible inner fortress!
"A merry heart makes a cheerful countenance, but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken. All the days of the afflicted are evil, but he who is of a merry heart has a continual feast"-Proverb 15:13,15) I choose joy for myself today and, in so doing, I choose well-being for every area of my life!
Today I will medicate myself with the merriness of my own heart. "A merry heart does good like medicine..." (Proverb 17:22). I will enjoy experiencing ecstatic laughter, releasing endorphins to elevate me emotionally, enabling me to feel encouraged and enthusiastic about exemplifying an ever-excellent attitude!
Today I will cooperate with the Spirit of God as He uses prophetic people to help mend whatever brokenness there may be in my spirit that would weaken me.
Today I will encourage others to embrace their own strength by my example of empowerment emanating from the inner man. God's strength will be made perfect in any weakness that I may have. I can get through anything today, and today I will live in the now!
(taken/adapted from A Year In The Now, Bishop Jim Swilley)
God's blessings and peace to you and to your family, Patrick.
3 comments:
I read how Patrick was working with Congress to help get more funding for cancer treatment. I pray that his efforts have effected this world, even without him now.
amen p chad and thanks very much for stopping by, always good to see you.
...yes, may Patrick's legacy remain positive and helpful.
Today I'll be doing some decluttering on my side of the bed, amazing that I've let it go so long...hey, positive movement forward to order! yayyy!
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