On Sliding Down The Slope…
“For I do not do the good I want to do, but the evil I do not want to do—this I keep on doing.” * Story of my life! In my search for discipline, I have climbed this slope several times. I used to be able to stick it for longer. Now, not so much. Disheartening thought! I’m struggling against laziness, hopelessness and a desire to just sit at the bottom of the mountain and pitch a tent! Did Paul feel the same way I wonder? Wouldn't it be so much easier Lord (I rail mentally), if I could just be disciplined the minute I want to be - love unconditionally (without mentally stacking up all the wrongs I can think of!), trust You whole-heartedly (without hurrying to put one foot on the ground!), work creatively (every time I put pen to paper!), live contentedly (without comparing my life with everyone around me!), exercise regularly (without taking long breaks for whatever excuse!), and the list goes on… I am a work in progress I agree, (and I sure hope You’re still working on me!),...