Measure

 

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“On the day I called, you answered me; my strength of soul you increased.” Psalm 138:3

I wrote this passage in my journal at the beginning of July and I starting wondering about the word measure.

“… my strength of soul you increased.”

I wonder…how do you measure that? How did David know his soul was stronger? Did he feel it? Was it noticeable to others around him…his royal court…his family…the nation of Israel? How do you calculate that inner increase with certainty? Maybe, it’s as simple as this…

That when you feel like you can’t go on…you do, you stand up and move forward.

That when you feel like you can’t love that one person driving you nuts any more…you do, you love more.

That when you feel like quitting, giving up, throwing in the towel, and running away…you don’t…you stay.

The increase is measured not in “feeling” but in being…being His. I encourage you to find ways to be “His” today…it usually starts with surrender.

Father,

We call on you today knowing you will answer us. We declare that the strength of our souls is increased by being with you, we embrace that, we celebrate that and we trust you for that. Let it be measure out in our love and boldness for you! In Jesus name…amen.

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bill (cycleguy) said…
Thanks for the prayer today jay.  Not sure what will be involved but i do want my soul increased. 
Jay Cookingham said…
Me too Bill...I need that increase for sure!
Love it! Such a simple yet truly powerful post! Thank you, Jay! Continue to grow in grace and sharing all that wisdom with us! Abundant blessings!
S. Etole said…
Surrender to be more ... thank you for that.
Cindy Holman said…
I love this Jay - it really spoke to me today - thanks for the hug :)
Jay Cookingham said…
I'm glad Cindy...God is so good!
Jay Cookingham said…
Amen Susan...when we surrender we gain so much more!
Jay Cookingham said…
Bless you Mari-Anna for your kind words...all glory to the Father!
Glynn Young said…
It's like "I just can't go on," but you do. Good post, Jay.
Jay Cookingham said…
Appreciate that Glynn...I really do!
jasonS said…
Staying the course and holding position is sometimes the hardest to do, but you break it down so wonderfully, Jay. Great post!
Jay Cookingham said…
Jason... appreciate you bro' and the support you give me!

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