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Yeah, I dunno, it's just what came to mind when I read your posts about music, as I sit here at Denny's...waking up over coffee...about to tear into two pancakes, two eggs, two turkey bacons, and hash browns...!
When the Lord called me to fashion I spent a lot of time contemplating why I was the best fit for the job. How have my experiences prepared me for the mission and the people I'm meant to address. I found a lot of answers in my upbringing. It was the training ground for today. Although I lacked the technical skills I was conversant in the things that count.
Some may look askance at my behavior or interests. But they're not heading where I am. It matters not if others understand me. What matters most are the results. Did I get the job done?
That was the underlying message for my response. Your music may not be someone's cup of tea. But it could be an important factor for the ones you're called to serve. And it has a purpose.
Oh yeah, this post also....
Just seems like your words are more flowery of late, which you know I enjoy!
I was thinking of a poem I read about letting go. It describes a person who clutches a rose firmly in their hand and it withers. When they open their palm all that remains are broken petals. The bud is no more.
My vernacular is shifting for several reasons. I'm moving towards the standard the Lord imparted a few years ago and writing from that place. I feel a greater sense of settledness. I'm further along in my studies and doing the things I love.
I wouldn't call my writing flowery per se, but I'll acknowledge my digestion has a influence. If you look at the things I post on my thread you're seeing what I consume. Minus The Handmaid's Tale of course. But outside of that, the things I read and listen to are edifying. I'm being educated, uplifted, or inspired. That produces a different verbiage.
I don't follow the news, politics, engage in debates or topics that weigh down my spirit. Instead of dwelling on the negative I'm looking for fountain pens to practice my lettering. Or learning a technique that enhances my work or home life. I don't want to be inundated with the muck and I avoid it.
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.
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