Trials, Tests, and Temptations

"[But the Lord rebukes Jeremiah's impatience, saying] If you have raced with men on foot and they have tired you out, then how can you compete with horses?  And if [you take to flight] in a land of peace where you feel secure, then what will you do [when you tread the tangled maze of jungle - haunted by lions] in the swelling and flooding of the Jordan?" Jeremiah 12:5

If you want victory in a certain situation, (such as a new role or responsibility, financial, or relational), then don't give up because of impatience or fear, and stop agonizing because you haven't made it to the top yet.  
Instead, hold on to God, reach out to him, and continue to put one foot in front of the other. And, soon, very soon, your victory will come to pass with God being your firm foundation to stand as you begin the new chapter in your life, leaving you to revel in the joy of the miracle God is giving you.

Inside and out

“…He knew them inside and out…”

John 2:23-25 MSG

Point to ponder:

No matter the front we put on to the outside world, Jesus knows each and every one of us, inside and out. So, if that thought makes you uncomfortable in any way, it could very well mean some internal cleansing is in order.

Be the end to gossip

“When you run out of wood, the fire goes out; when the gossip ends, the quarrel dies down.”  Proverbs 26:20

Be the end to gossip; when it comes to you, turn and walk away.

What you put in

“… The measure [of thought and study] you give [to the truth you hear] will be the measure [of virtue and knowledge] that comes back to you - and more [besides] will be given to you who hear.” Mark 4:24 AMP

Simply: The effort you put in will be the result that comes out!