MEMOIRS OF AN IMPERFECT CHRISTIAN: Altitude Check

MEMOIRS OF AN IMPERFECT CHRISTIAN: Altitude Check: So how has everyone been doing with their altitude? Yesterday I did a brief post on how God's sense of humor instantly tested me on what...

Altitude Check

So how has everyone been doing with their altitude? Yesterday I did a brief post on how God's sense of humor instantly tested me on what I said we all should do. Yesterday I encountered 3 different people through my work day that, let's just say, aren't my favorite people for valid reasons but I won't do details because they may read this and it doesn't matter really. I had purposely not talked on the phone to get my spirit right before work, listened to some gospel and had thanked God for another day and first thing in the morning they came one by one. I am great at hellos and goodbyes but conversations when I'm not really fond or feel I have to be guarded with what I say are harder because of my face telling it all. I kept reminding myself of the words I wrote the night before and made more of an effort. I won't lie and say it was easy because I struggle with this. Not long ago the nation witnessed a young man hugging the woman who killed his brother...let's just say I'm no where near there. If I had to score myself I'd definitely get a B- to a high C. I took off for having to fix my facial expressions and my original "Dont talk to me!" thoughts but scored higher for engaging in chit chat. I have a lot of work to do. I also want to point out the Bible doesn't call on us to like each other but to LOVE. If my abusers came in contact with me we are not talking or having chatty conversation. I have forgiven them but I am not subjecting myself to their presence or conversation.(another blog) This is for simple day to day interactions that go on and if we claim to be Christians we need to LOVE as such. This is where Altitude Over Attitude goes into action. It's not because we're better BUT we SHOULD behave better. Disclaimer:I do want to clarify something. If someone has done bodily or mental harm STEER CLEAR. We are called to LOVE but not put up with abuse. You can love from a distance. Matthew 5:16 Even so, let your light shine before men; that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven

MEMOIRS OF AN IMPERFECT CHRISTIAN: Altitude over Attitude

MEMOIRS OF AN IMPERFECT CHRISTIAN: Altitude over Attitude: Am I the only one who wakes up somedays Altitude overwhelmed? By that I mean tired of taking the high road or being the bigger person that G...

MEMOIRS OF AN IMPERFECT CHRISTIAN: Altitude over Attitude

MEMOIRS OF AN IMPERFECT CHRISTIAN: Altitude over Attitude: Am I the only one who wakes up somedays Altitude overwhelmed? By that I mean tired of taking the high road or being the bigger person that G...

Altitude over Attitude

Am I the only one who wakes up somedays Altitude overwhelmed? By that I mean tired of taking the high road or being the bigger person that God calls on us to be. One of the hardest things to do is to be nice to people who aren't nice to you or that you honestly don't like. Last week in bible study we were talking about the difference between like and love. We all came to the conclusion that liking everyone is impossible for us all and some even struggled with loving everyone. No matter how much the pastor tried to explain we should dislike the action not the person the more our eyes rolled at the notion. What do you do on days like this? I retreat and save as much Altitude I can for my day to day dealings at work because you cant openly NOT LIKE your coworkers right? Here are some things I do. I am sure to have some one on one time with just me and God. I won't lie and say I get up early every day and read and meditate but I know for a fact when I do my mood and attitude is better. Then I listen to my favorite gospel singers. If Tasha Cobb or Tamela Mann don't move a stubborn attitude and soften the spirit I need to stay home that day. Lastly, I have to remember WHOSE child I am and represent. Those things are what make me speak to someone I would rather not, help someone that I know wouldn't help me or even overlook pettiness as if I don't know it was done. When we read about turning the other cheek this to me is part of what that looks like. Having ALTITUDE over ATTITUDE is the goal we all are shooting for. Do a daily ALTITUDE check before you leave the house daily because you never know when you'll be called to inspire that very person whose "spirit" you don't like. 🤗.

Being Imperfect Apology

Heyyyyy!!!! I am really kicking myself in the butt as I discovered that I had comments and people following me and my lack of knowledge didnt even realize it. I just discovered comments and messages from 2018! Wow! Now I know and letting you know I wasnt ignoring anyone and actually was feeling down that no one ever replies! It really lifted my spirits to see people were replying but made me mad at myself for not seeing the function I set up! If you dont already please follow my page on Facebook and I plan to begin a vlog next year because I love to talk. 🤗 I also believe we lack stuff like this for my age group and people striving daily to live holy before God but realizing we are still just people too. I will do better.

MEMOIRS OF AN IMPERFECT CHRISTIAN: Tis THE Season

MEMOIRS OF AN IMPERFECT CHRISTIAN: Tis THE Season: There is something about the holiday season that brings so much stress for the last few years for sure. It started the year my brother basic...