What self-improvement items are you working on?

[Lumieredelune]

I'm trying to become closer to God and more spiritual.

 

[If Not For Grace]

^ Are there special practical steps you are taking to achieve this goal, if so please share.

 

[Lumieredelune]

I try to attend Church more often. Also, I try to find space to be alone with God - at Church or even out walking on my own. It is difficult to feel close to God when you have lots of other people or children around you. So, now that my children are older, I try to be alone with God. It may sound selfish and I did think that for many years. But now that I am older I have come to realise that it is not selfish to want balance in your life. You need a balance between togetherness with others and a time alone with God. You need time to meditate and to try to reach out to God. To raise your mind above the physical world.

I hope that helps. I'm still learning myself. So if anyone else has any other helpful pointers towards spiritual growth, please let us know. Thank you.

 

[GritsnGrace]

No, it doesn't sound selfish at all. We all need a quiet time with God.

 

[porterross]

Yes. Until we're quiet enough to hear what He has to tell us, we're likely missing part of the message. This is not something that women usually don't have time to do, but we need it.

 

[blessedmomof5]

learning how to forgive myself, I know the Lord has, but in order to heal i have to work on self forgiveness....

 

[nvrbnunloved]

Hmm, some very moving answers in here....

As for me....

I am constantly struggling to love everyone as if they are a child of God, just like me, and just as deserving of His love and forgiveness, probably more so, than I am.

I also struggle with impatience, intolerance and being judgemental. I tend to think I am none of those things, they are things I hate, but sometimes when I hear the things coming out of my mouth....

And also...remembering that I am a work in progress, that the Holy Spirit is at work within me right now, and that no matter how horrible a person I may think I am - God loves me! Praise be indeed!

 

[TheAJKMan]

Trying to get it right to be honest in all things I do and live out wat I believe. That, so that I don't have to say anything, that my life is my testimony.

TheAJKMan

 

[If Not For Grace]

but sometimes when I hear the things coming out of my mouth

A Double AMEN On that for me..

 

[If Not For Grace]

Things also pop into my brain that I don't know where they come from and I mean quick.

 

[Jdmessenger]

I am praying that I would have the grace to walk in the love of Christ in all situations.
Also, to be a good defender of the Christian faith in this critical hour. Some other areas are being a good steward in my time, finances, and service to God, whether in deed or devotional/prayer time, patience and forgiveness with those who would persecute me.

To read one book a day that is edifying, bless at least three people a day, visit the sick, focus on my goals to press forward..
give over and above my tithe, and sow into fruitful and anointed ministries that preach the gospel of Jesus Christ/salvation to the lost. Memorize an entire book in the Bible!
Discipline, discipline, discipline, in a world full of distractions..

Wow, good question....In Christ I can do all things...with God all things are possible.......Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever...Amen.

 

[country woman]

losing some more weight

 

[heartnsoul]

I am currently struggling with forgiving the unforgivable. My stepmother has always been controlling of my father and very selfish. My father will not stand up for his children and this has been a major scar to deal with in my life. I don't dwell on this negative issue, but something came up recently that brought back very bad memories and the hurt and anger feelings are temporarily back right now. I ask for everyone's prayer and hope that God heals my heart.

 

[If Not For Grace]

H&S:

It is strange how certain triggers can bring a flood of pain or joy to us. Traits in some highlight flaws in others, but we must remember none of us is sinless and what seems easy and right to us--may be terrifying to another. Try to look at the good things about your Dad. You will miss him when he's gone. Prayers are with you.

 

[Heart of a Seeker]

I'm working on my weight , my eating habits - just trying to be healthier in general. This I know will contribute to my feeling better so I can do the work the Lord wants me to do. Spiritually, I'm trying to let God take the reigns of my life and surrender all areas of my life to Him.

 

[MN John]

I'm working on my weight , my eating habits - just trying to be healthier in general. This I know will contribute to my feeling better so I can do the work the Lord wants me to do. Spiritually, I'm trying to let God take the reigns of my life and surrender all areas of my life to Him.

Hi! Welcome, newbie! Glad to have another fab 40 poster!

 

[heartnsoul]

H&S:

It is strange how certain triggers can bring a flood of pain or joy to us. Traits in some highlight flaws in others, but we must remember none of us is sinless and what seems easy and right to us--may be terrifying to another. Try to look at the good things about your Dad. You will miss him when he's gone. Prayers are with you.

Thank you for your prayers and kind words. I am reminding myself daily to walk in love and to know that God is in control. I am reminded by my friends that the most important focus is my relationship with God. Whatever is between God and others is "their" business and I should pray for those people in my life who need Christ. I am grateful for all the Christian friends I have who are praying for me. God bless you.

 

[FlatpickingJD]

My latest attempt to improve myself has been to stop eating candy. Not sugar items, mind you, that is asking too much. I haven't had any candy for almost a month now. I've lost 5 pounds too and my depression has gone away.

Think that's a coincidence?

 

[MN John]

My latest attempt to improve myself has been to stop eating candy. Not sugar items, mind you, that is asking too much. I haven't had any candy for almost a month now. I've lost 5 pounds too and my depression has gone away.

Think that's a coincidence?

Depression has many factors, but that's probably helping!

 

[If Not For Grace]

Sugar levels have often been linked to mental and physical "lows".....After I get nicotine licked I'm going for sugar next myself, did you have withdrawals?