John 10:10
The thief comes only to steal and kill
and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.
Psalm 27:8
My heart says of you, “Seek his face!”
Your face, Lord, I will seek.
To
enjoy My Presence more fully, you need to think less and less about yourself.
This is not an arbitrary demand; it's the secret to living more abundantly.
Self-forgetfulness is a delightful way to live!
Try to become aware of how much time you
spend thinking about yourself. Take a look at your mind's contents. Though your
thoughts are not visible to other people unless you choose to share them, I see
each and
every one. When you realize your thinking is unworthy of Me, make every effort
to change the subject. If you're struggling with a self-centered idea that
recurs again and again, try connecting it to a
favorite
scripture or a brief prayer. This forms a bridge for your
attention
- away from yourself and toward Me. For example, praying "I love You, Lord
can quickly direct your focus to Me.
If you have to repeat this process many
times, don't be discouraged. You are training your mind to seek My Face, and
this endeavor is pleasing to Me. Seek Me, beloved, and live abundantly.
Amos 5:4
This is what the Lord says to the house
of Israel: “Seek me and live;
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