january 2019 faithposting

[prismaticbleed]

 

“Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others.”

— Philippians 2:3-4

The “not only but also” is so important. We must be compassionate with ourselves as well as others– but we must never put ourselves selfishly before others! Everything we do should be done with loving humility and service, for we are all members of Christ’s body, and what affects one part affects all the others.

The Holy Spirit will Always help us discern whether or not our actions are selfish, if we only ask and listen with a sincere and open heart. God wants us all to live rightly and will never refuse help to those who turn to Him!

 

“You gotta change how you define yourself. You’re not a sad person. You are not an anxious person. You’re a fighter working on becoming an overcomer. You struggle but you are not defined by your struggle.”

— hurtmedxddy, My journalism teacher, aka, one of the greatest human beings I know

I needed to hear this so much today.

Thank you OP, and thank you God for this merciful truth!

“Offer your temptations for the conversion of sinners.”

— St. John Vianney

It is vital to remember that we CAN do this– and then wholeheartedly, courageously, lovingly, joyfully do so!

"Have you ever wondered why sometimes you invite someone to come to church and that person does not come? Perhaps it's because they don't see Jesus in you. They don't want your church because they do not want your life. You say you're a Christian but you do not live it. We are the Bible the world reads and they see our attitudes, not just our words. So if people don't see Jesus in you, begin to preach the Word to yourself before telling others that you are a Christian."

-Alexandra Abrantes

Deeply ashamed and humbled thinking about this truth lately. God help me to LIVE my faith for YOUR sake.