At The Creek - Living a Life of Balance Ch.1 Pt.3

At The Creek

Thursday, September 25, 2008

Living a Life of Balance Ch.1 Pt.3

The Juggling Act

Continuing on with the questions to ponder...

4. "What stood in the way of one heart's fruitfulness, according to Luke 8:14?"

Again this shows how too much emphasis on the physical person leads to a weakened spiritual person. He compares the things of this world to thorns that choke the spiritual life out (bring no fruit to maturity).

5. "Consider for a moment - why do we want to have balanced lives? Is it so that we can live comfortably, happily, undisturbed lives? Or is it so that we can give proper time and attention to God's purposes for us?"

This gives me something to ponder for a while...I admit that when I first thought about doing this study...one of my goals was to get my life (and schedule) in order. I think that my bringing balance to my life...in every way...I will be able to be the wife, mother, and woman that God wants me to be. Through that...I should also gain some semblance of happiness in my life. I am sure that my life will never be undisturbed and probably not as comfortable as one would like...but happiness is not only possible...it is attainable through Jesus.

Some verses to ponder:

John 15:2
John 15:16

6. "A balanced life pays heed to both the physical and spiritual needs of our bodies. A balanced life thrives and bears fruit."

"What does John 15:4 say we must do in order to bear fruit?"

Jesus is saying that we cannot bear fruit unless He abides in us.

"What does John 15:8 say is the result of a fruitful life?"

Jesus is saying that by us living a fruitful life...God is being glorified. There are many people that do "good works" in this world...but many of them are done in an effort to glorify themselves or celebrate the human life. Without Jesus in our lives...all of our works are empty...no matter how many people we "help" in this world. It is what we do to help these people for the eternity that will make a difference and that brings glory and honor to God!

Blessings,
MrsC