Thoughts of Things Above Give Hope
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Hello. I woke up this morning in a bad mood. Lack of sleep, a brain that would not shut down overnight and a long to-do list just put me in a bad place. I was filled with anxiety, doubt, some slow-boiling anger, and a pity party at the same time. My mind was full of stress, worry, angst, and discontent. I was not off to a good start, and it was still early. Coffee didn’t fix it. Reading the newspaper didn’t help at all, in fact, it made it worse. A conversation with a friend didn’t help because I faked my way through the entire time. I was miserable but I didn’t share it. I chose to keep it to myself. What a terrible decision.
And then…my phone went off. It was a FaceTime call from my son, and the first face I saw on the screen was my baby grand-daughter, Hallie Blake! She didn’t say a word, she just cooed and stared at me. She reached through the phone, touched my heart and ALL of the bitterness, angst and frustration melted away like an ice cube on a hot day. Thank you Jesus!
When I finished the phone call, I felt different. I was lighter. I was calmer. I was smiling. I began to ask myself, what changed? The answers were simple. My heart, mind, countenance, perspective, body and hope changed because of where I was looking!
What do you look at first thing in the morning? When I look at news, my phone, the state of the world or my crowded schedule first thing in the morning, it’s no wonder my hope disappears. I wonder what would change in all of us if we followed the instruction of God’s wisdom:
“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.” (Philippians 4:8-9, NIV)
What a thought, filling your mind with hope-filled contemplation can lead us to a place where we are hopeful!
Romans 8 says, “For to set the mind on the flesh is death, but to set the mind on the Spirit is life and peace”….and I believe, hope. (Romans 8:6, NIV)
My friend, take a moment with me and think about anything that brings you joy. Whatever it is, a special friend, a favorite place, a favorite food, take a moment and thank God that He filled your life with that blessing. Now, instead of thinking about the state of the world, think about the pure majesty of God. Think about the truth that He is in control and that you are safe in Him! Hand over all of your worry and anxiety, and receive His peace and hope.
Jesus, we receive your hope right now. You are above all so we set our minds and hearts on You. Fill us with Your love right now. Amen.
Fill your mouth with encouraging words. Fill your day with margin to welcome divine interruptions. Fill your mind with focus on God. Fill your heart and mind with thoughts of things above. I can’t wait for tomorrow as we become more hope-filled and then hopeful!
Never forget my friend…
You are a miracle!
Your message this morning was def meant for me to hear. I truly believe this was The Spirit trying to tell ME, you are not the only one out there who wakes up as i did this morning, in the mood, i was in and the long drive on a rainy day, but when i finally get to my destination my lil 12 yr old granddaughter will be waiting on me to do some fun things with!! Thank you for asking me to look up and trust in God. Sincerely!
Amen ????????
Your message today really helped me. I had pictures in my head of my son and grandchildren, who I spent the day with on Friday! I love them all so much. I thank God that He has given me these people to spend quality time with. I look forward to seeing them every week!
Thank you Grant!
Farther Help me to think about you and your Kingdom not the Care’s of this Evil World in Jesus name AMEN ????????
Thank you for your messages every day. It was really a blessing today. To hear the story about your grandchild. When I am feeling the way you were feeling at the time I reach out for my children and Grandchildren. They are really soothing to my soul.
So very true what seeing and being with little children can do to change and uplift our spirits.
God is so good!!!
Grant whenever you feel like that just think how much you encourage us all in you daily emails! I for one receive much peace and I see the Lords presence in every word you give us every day! God bless you and may his peace be with you all ways .
Your Brother Frank
~+~ AMEN ~+~
Thank You for sharing from your heart Grant!
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Oh my gosh Grant you are such a blessing to me!
Before you see that my morning wake up was just right in line with yours, except for your stronger than me!
I woke up and was ready just to give up on the world give up on everything, but I know I can’t because Jesus won’t let that happen! I am a 69-year-old widow. I lost my husband six months prior to the plandemic and tried to take on all the responsibilities of my family, the things that normally he would’ve taken.
I came down with bio flu and managed through it just fine using the protocols in our government band. How crazy is that? I’m also a victim of shedding so for the last four years have stayed to myself in my home and try to do everything I can keep busy but every now and again you just have to get out I went to the winter jam concert I mean how Zach gonna hurt me being in a Colosseum full of Christians Right ?
Well, I guess not all Christians weren’t smart enough to trust God enough not Protect them, and know that he gave them an immune system. I have been in and out doctors offices and spent seven days in the hospital because my lung was bleeding. I made it through God is a wonderful God!
But here I am sick again another about these evil shots in my body and my immune system is getting weak but I’m still fighting and I’m still praying.
Woke up this morning and I made the decision and I’m not going anywhere anymore. I’m not leaving my home I’m just going to become a recluse! I go back to the hospital I have a cat and dog who need me very much, Gracie calico cat. I adopted her right after my husband died and has given me so much comfort over the last four years and Sam my 13 1/2 year-old German Shepherd, my protector. I can’t leave either one of them anymore. They’ve taken such good care of me !
Laid in bed and prayed so hard, and tried to make sense of all of this ???????? COME, JESUS COME????????
But then I read my daily devotional , and then I listen to you and it really touched me deep. I still have so much to live for so much to fight for. I love my Jesus and I know he loves me. I’m just growing so weak and weary but you gave me hope. Thank you for that God bless, keep doing what you’re doing Grant you are definitely a blessing from God
Sorry if this sounds like gibberish , I’m still kind of in emotional wreck