Saturday, July 22, 2017

A Day with Joni ~ One Day at a Time

Therefore, take no thought about tomorrow,
for tomorrow will take thought about the things of itself. Sufficient to the day is the trouble thereof.
– Matthew 6:34

We’ve heard it a million times as a cliché, in a song or as an overused piece of advice that carries little weight. But if we really think about it, it’s an answer to the questions we often ask: “How do I do this?” “How can I get through this?” “How do I get over this?” “How do I heal from this?” One day at a time!

If we’re honest, we don’t want to be told that something is going to take time. Process might as well be a four-letter word. We want it now! But taking life one day at a time allows us to make the most out of God’s plan for this day. We can make the most out of our relationships. We can make the most out of this day’s lessons and experiences. Today, you can allow God to continue unfolding His plan and His story for your life. When you focus on the present, you can trust the God who heals your past and holds your future. You can do this, get over this, get through this, and heal from this – one day at a time.

O Lord, I thank You that Your mercies are new each morning. You’ve ordained each of my days. And this is the day You have made! Help me to rest in You this day – to trust in Your process – for You have my very best interests at heart. In Jesus’ name.

Further Reading

• 2 Chronicles 6:12-8:10
• Romans 7:14-8:8
• Psalm 18:1-15
• Proverbs 19:24-25