“The RoseBouquet”

Does anyone ever call you meek? If they do, are you offended?

It depends on how we define it. Many think because it rhymes with weak, it means the same thing. Who wants to be seen as weak?

It really means the opposite of angry; controlling one’s temper, tamed. We know that a tamed horse can be beautiful and spirited and full of energy, but it is all at the command of the owner and trainer. That’s how I’ve come to understand the word meek.

I don’t lose my enthusiasm and liveliness and interest in many things when I bow to the Lord and say, “You shall be my Lord and Master. You get to say what I shall do and how.” It does mean that all that enthusiasm for life, and many interests will now be managed for maximum productivity and effectiveness. Now I’m ready to go places!

Choosing Christ Jesus to be the captain of my soul is safe. Guaranteed safe! Although many prefer to keep that role for themselves.

Do you know the Lord Jesus well enough to trust Him utterly and defer to Him?

Look at verse 5 again. Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Does that look like we’ll be abused if we submit to the taming and training of the Lord? No way!

Truth is - we wouldn’t know what to do with such a great inheritance, if we didn’t get some training as heirs first, would we?

PRAYER: Lord, this new grasp of meekness appeals to me. I would like You to tame and train me. Instead of me stumbling about, overwhelmed and confused by the gifts and abilities You’ve given me, how about if You take charge and turn all that energy and talent into something powerful and effective - lovely to behold, and glorifying to Your name.

+++++Jesus is my King+++++Jesus is my King+++++

Blessings on you Today!
Ruth Marlene Friesen

P.S. You’ve heard of power naps at work, right? You rise refreshed, bright and alert. Take a break to refresh your spirit with a good inspirational story.