I know it is Satan that is doing what he is doing, when he uses people to get my attention off Christ and what I am suppose to be thinking. Yet these
particular people don't know that they are being used to do this. This is really taking alot of my time, which I should be studying and meditating, yet
these people feel the need to alway be talking to me, sometimes with there problems, sometimes just for the company, sometimes to temp me. My life is filled
with too many voices all wanting something.
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Sounds familiar. It's not easy being in the flock of election sometimes, now is it ? There is a line that has to be walked. It sounds to me like you've
spotted your own problems, so that is a big step in towards bringing about a positive end. I've found what helps in situations like this is to bring your
emotions and passions under your control, and never allow them to dominate your life and to do your thinking for you. There is a reason why I'm telling you
this. It is through a persons passions and emotions that Satan can lure them into his web. Sometimes, he prays on your weakness of pity and caring for others.
Use your discernment here. Try not to get too emotionally wrapped up in the lives of the people around you. Be kind to those around you, but don't allow
yourself to become consume in their buisness and problems.
Si Vis Pacem, Para Bellum.
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Junior Miller
Posts: 1213 (04/29/08 03:19:26) |
I will keep you in my prayers watchwomen.
I too walk in your shoes as I am sure many of us do also. The Elect has compassion, and Satan knows this, so he tries to play with your heart. The world is full os traps and snares. Walk softly and carry a big sword. Keep your eyes on the Lord and your thoughts in the Word. Don't let anyone steal your joy or your need for learning more of our Father's Word. May the Lord be with you to lead and guide you in all that you do. This is Satan's game, he will send anyone and anything to God's children to get them to look "away". Resist the devil, and he will flee, and you will have Peace .Satan come to steal , kill and destroy. Give him the boot. Mark 4:19 And the cares of this world, and the deceitfulness of riches, and the lusts of other things entering in, choke the word, and it becometh unfruitful. Love in Christ, sarah
Give ear unto my words, oh Lord, consider my meditation. Psalm
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Posts: 4968 (04/29/08 19:26:22) |
prayer sent.
Jer 7:23 But this thing commanded I them, saying, Obey my voice, and I will be your God, and ye shall be my people: and walk ye in all the ways that I have commanded you, that it may be well unto you.
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DK oh my, such words of wisdom I will keep them close and remember them at the times of temptation. Thank you so much my friend.....
Shantmama I really like this: quote "The world is full of traps and snares. Walk softly and carry a big sword". Thank you my friend.. I am sooo blessed to have people like you all in this battle, I don't feel so alone. Thank you
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Posts: 2782 (05/01/08 22:28:59) |
Prayers sent in Yahshua's name. And
watchwomen, when Satan realizes he can't get to you. He will try threw
family members and friends. One could almost feel like Job as times. Learn to throw the "spirit of argument out" and any other negative stuff in Jesus name. GBU irish
Pro 4:7 Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.
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Posts: 1220 (05/02/08 03:44:54) |
irishrain wrote: Well said Irishrain,
Love in Christ, sarah
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Posts: 3966 (06/20/08 14:40:39) Moderator |
Dear watchwomen,
God's children are compassionate but our Father expects us to use wisdom in all our dealings. Sometimes people use us as a dumping ground for their problems-many times they use talk instead of action. We can't be the problems solvers for others. We can take their burdens to the Lord. If there is some useful action we can do, then we do it, but Father never intended us to be "slaves" to others needs, and we are probably interfering in God's plan if we do too much. We have to learn to set up appropriate boundaries because that is Father's Way. We have to learn to say "no". We have to learn to tell others if we can't talk on the phone at that moment, or if we don't like unexpected company at our door we need to be able to tell people that we are busy but we would love to see them another time. This is what I tell myself when I get overwhelmed, If I am not serving Father, I am serving my flesh or satan. Then I try to figure out which category my actions fall into. Sometimes it is just about me not wanting to feel like a jerk or make people mad at me. I realize I have to get over that feeling because before this is all over with (in this flesh age) I am sure a lot of people are going to be mad at me. I pray Father will give you wisdom in this and help you to set appropriate boundaries in your life and that you will "see" the path you need to walk.
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Posts: 587 (06/21/08 12:31:09) |
Ooooooooh, perfectly said, STA -- God certainly gave you a soothing gift of explanation.
 I sure appreciate you, STA. God is so good, watchwomen -- His word will guide
you into your very own peaceful path. God Bless!
In His precious love,
DeDe Send forth Your light and Your truth, let themguide me; let them bring me to Your holy mountain to the place where You dwell. Psa. 43:3
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Posts: 100 (06/23/08 04:24:09) |
Hi Watchwoman,
I know exactly what you are talking about. I have experienced these same things. There is some excellent advice given here. In my situation, besides taking care of my elderly father and my son with mental illness and then I work full time from home, I also study anywhere from 2-4 hours a day (nope, I dont get much sleep! The only positive thing about menopause, I guess! LOL) So, it can take just one monkey wrench to ruin all I have to do and interfere with daily duties. So, I had to get real self-disciplined and prioritize my life. First comes God with prayers and my studies, I start my day and end my day with reading and studying the word and praying. Next comes all my responsibilities to my father and my son, then my job, then my sleep! LOL If anyone calls me and needs to talk about nothing really important, I let it go to voice mail and if it is something that really needs to be answered, I call them back. If it is anyone that wants to talk to me about God or has a question or if I can plant a seed, I will take the extra time to talk to them, because that falls in the putting God first category. I just sort my day out like this and so far, I get a lot of studying done. I clean my house and do laundry in between cooking meals. I went to working nights so I could get as much done as I can during the day. Some days are rougher than others, but as long as I keep to my commitment of how much I spend studying the word, things just always seem to work better that way. I just use discernment when someone wants to just talk or cry on my shoulder, because of course my advice always involves turning to God and his word and if they dont want to hear about God and my advice to turn to him and read his word with understanding, then I dont take the time to listen to their problems, because I have no other advice to give unless they turn it over to God and go to his word. It really weeds out a lot of drama and needless things distracting you. My son sometimes has drama because of his mental illness and when that happens, I just cast satan out and turn to God in prayer and it usually gets under control right away. I know it would be a whole different story if I didnt put God first. My life used to be so overwhelming, I couldnt tell if I was coming or going. I always prayed but until I came into God's truth, that's when I noticed God intervening more and more in my life so I could handle all that I have to do and still have time for Father. Hope that helps! Cindy |
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